Kelsey Plum's status unclear as Sparks prepare for Liberty matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Los Angeles Sparks face the New York Liberty on June 21 after two recent losses. Guard Kelsey Plum, who missed the previous game due to a leg injury, is a game-time decision. Plum indicated her injuries were flukes and expressed confidence in her recovery. She emphasized the need for the Sparks to play a complete game against a high-powered Liberty offense. Additionally, teammate Kate Martin is also a game-time decision due to injury, while Cameron Brink has been ruled out.
- •Sparks have lost two straight games before facing Liberty.
- •Kelsey Plum's status is a game-time decision due to injury.
- •Plum has averaged 25.0 points this season.
- •Kate Martin also listed as a game-time decision.
- •Cameron Brink is out with an ankle injury.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — “The First One Was a Fluke”: Kelsey Plum Breaks Silence on Injury Setbacks Ahead of High-Stakes Clash Against New York Liberty
"The Los Angeles Sparks face one of the Eastern Conference’s top teams on Sunday when they take on the New York Liberty, looking to bounce back from two straight losses against tough competition in the red-hot Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries. LA will head into the matchup with uncertainty surrounding star guard Kelsey Plum.
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