Los Angeles Sparks earn first Commissioner’s Cup victory over Portland Fire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Los Angeles Sparks secured their first Commissioner’s Cup win on June 8, defeating the Portland Fire 89-72. After trailing at halftime, the Sparks made a strong defensive push, allowing just 12 points in the third quarter. Key performances included Dearica Hamby's 22 points and 12 rebounds, backed by Nneka Ogwumike's double-double. Sparks coach Lynne Roberts expressed pride in the team's defensive effort and emphasized the importance of maintaining this performance moving forward.
- •Sparks improve to 1-3 in the Commissioner’s Cup.
- •Los Angeles outscored Portland by 22 points in the second half.
- •Erica Wheeler excelled defensively despite not scoring.
- •Nneka Ogwumike recorded 20 points and 17 rebounds.
- •Next, the Sparks aim to build on this defensive performance.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — The Los Angeles Sparks’ defense finally showed up. Is it here to stay?
"Thanks to a defensive surge in the second half, the Sparks earned their first Commissioner’s Cup win.
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