DeLisha Milton-Jones has jersey retired by Sparks after ceremony
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
DeLisha Milton-Jones' jersey was retired by the Los Angeles Sparks during a ceremony on July 28, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena. The event took place at halftime of the game against the New York Liberty and marked a long-awaited honor for the two-time WNBA champion. Milton-Jones played 11 seasons with the Sparks, contributing significantly to the team's back-to-back championships. She expressed gratitude for the recognition and reflected on her journey in professional basketball, emphasizing her commitment to the team's success and the legacy she leaves behind.
- •Milton-Jones' jersey number 8 is now retired by the Sparks.
- •She joined the Sparks in 1999 after the ABL folded.
- •Milton-Jones averaged 11.7 points during her tenure.
- •The ceremony took place during halftime of Sparks vs. Liberty.
- •Milton-Jones expressed pride in her basketball journey and legacy.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — DeLisha Milton-Jones takes her rightful place amongst Sparks legends
"LOS ANGELES -- On Tuesday night, the Sparks added another jersey up in the rafters of Crypto.
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