Sky outscore Sparks in fourth quarter for 95-88 victory

The Chicago Sky defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 95-88 on August 5, 2026, at Wintrust Arena. After the Sparks rallied from a 15-point deficit to take the lead, the Sky responded with a dominant fourth quarter. The Sky scored 34 points in the final period, shooting 12 for 15, while the Sparks struggled, particularly on defense. Dearica Hamby led the Sparks with a double-double of 22 points and 14 rebounds. The loss marks the Sparks' seventh in their last eight games as they prepare to face the Minnesota Lynx the following day.

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