Sparks claim Aaliyah Nye off waivers, release Martin and Pili
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:52 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Los Angeles Sparks have claimed Aaliyah Nye off waivers from the Atlanta Dream as the 2026 season nears its end. Nye, who played 19 games this season, joins the Sparks after being cut by two teams this year. In corresponding moves, the Sparks waived Kate Martin and Alissa Pili, who averaged 2.3 and 2.0 points per game, respectively. The Sparks also signed Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda to a developmental deal. The team currently holds a 14-25 record and resumes play against the Storm on Sunday.
- •Nye previously won a championship with the Aces in 2025.
- •Martin had a season-high of 11 points in a game against the Tempo.
- •Pili played five games for the Sparks before being released.
- •Mwenentanda signed to a developmental deal after going undrafted.
- •Sparks are scheduled to play the Storm next on Sunday.
- 9:52 PMYahoo Sports — Sparks claim Nye off waivers; let go of Martin, Pili
"LOS ANGELES -- The Sparks made more moves on their roster as the 2026 season winds down.
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