"The Sparks led for nearly the entire game, capitalizing on 10 three-pointers, 12 steals and six players scoring in double digits. Dallas, however, went on a 19-2 run at the beginning of the third quarter and managed to briefly lead twice. Amy Okonkwo hit a three-pointer with 8.9 seconds left in the third quarter to give the Wings (9-34) a one-point lead. But the Sparks didn't waste time responding, with Allemand hitting a three-pointer before the buzzer that put the Sparks ahead for good."
"Azurá Stevens had 13 points and 11 rebounds, and Dearica Hamby finished with 15 points and 13 rebounds. Kelsey Plum had 12 points and Rickea Jackson contributed 11 points. Dallas rookie Paige Bueckers finished with 18 points, seven assists and six rebounds for Dallas. Myisha Hines-Allen had 15 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists. Maddy Siegrist added 13 points and four rebounds for the Wings."
Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77, keeping faint playoff hopes alive entering the final week of the regular season. Julie Allemand scored 21 points with five steals and four assists. Rae Burrell added 13 points and led a 16-0 fourth-quarter run. The Sparks made 10 three-pointers, recorded 12 steals and had six players in double figures. Dallas opened the third quarter with a 19-2 run and briefly took the lead, with Amy Okonkwo hitting a three late in the period. Key Dallas contributors included Paige Bueckers, Myisha Hines-Allen and Maddy Siegrist. The Sparks must win their final two games and have Seattle lose to reach the postseason.
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