The Sparks had an impressive start against the Lynx, gaining an 18-7 lead through a 16-point run in under four minutes during the first quarter. The Crypto.com Arena became lively with children enjoying Kids Day, contributing to the excitement. However, this fleeting moment of success quickly faded as the Lynx capitalized on the Sparks' errors. The Sparks struggled to maintain their initial momentum and ultimately lost the game 91-82, with their strong start being the only highlight in an otherwise disappointing performance.
For nearly four magical minutes in the first quarter, an upset of the WNBA's best team seemed scarily possible. The Sparks rattled off 16 consecutive points as Crypto.com Arena transformed into both a basketball spectacle and animated musical. It was a mini-Disneyland inside the Sparks' building on Kids Day, but just as quickly as the magic appeared, it vanished. The newest "happiest place on earth" lost its shimmer, replaced by cross-court turnovers, limited looks at the rim and the deflation of momentum.
What had been a 16-0 run to build an 18-7 lead in the first quarter turned out to be the only bright spot amid an otherwise sore 36 minutes. After Lynx guard Alanna Smith propelled her team to an early advantage, the momentum became all purple and yellow. Spurred on by a three-point barrage from Kelsey Plum, Julie Allemand, and Rickea Jackson, the Sparks racked up 16 straight points.
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