The article discusses the Los Angeles Sparks' continuing struggles in the WNBA following the departure of superstar Candace Parker. Despite a day of honoring Parker with a jersey retirement ceremony, the Sparks lost to the Chicago Sky, marking their twelfth loss in seventeen games. The team's poor performance continues a five-year trend since Parker's departure, prompting reflection on how much the franchise has changed since its successful era with her. The article underscores the gap between the team's illustrious past and its current predicament, suggesting a deep-rooted 'Candace Curse.'
In the final five of Parker's 13 seasons here, the team went 108-50 and reached the Finals twice while winning their third championship.
It's tough to play, tougher to watch, this being the Sparks' 12th loss in 17 games as they spiral toward their familiar spot in the bottom of the WNBA standings.
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