Kelsey Plum injury opens opportunity for Sparks' Wheeler and Burrell
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum is expected to miss at least four weeks due to a leg injury suffered last week. Plum, who leads the team in scoring and assists, will require teammates like Erica Wheeler and Rae Burrell to elevate their performances. Wheeler previously averaged 14.7 points and 5.0 assists per game during Plum's earlier absence this season. Burrell, averaging 11.9 points this year, is also anticipated to take on a larger role in Plum's absence. Courtney Vandersloot returned to the Chicago Sky lineup, contributing to a record-breaking offensive night against the Portland Fire.
- •Kelsey Plum is sidelined for at least four weeks due to injury.
- •Erica Wheeler expected to see increased minutes and scoring.
- •Rae Burrell likely to take more shots in Plum's absence.
- •Courtney Vandersloot returned to the lineup for the Sky.
- •Chicago Sky scored 124 points against the Portland Fire.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — With Kelsey Plum injured, Erica Wheeler and Rae Burrell become must-add fantasy players
"The Sparks will need several players to step up in the wake of Kelsey Plum’s recent leg injury.
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