Sparks close game on 8-0 run to end Lynx's winning streak

The Los Angeles Sparks outscored the Minnesota Lynx 8-0 in the final minutes to secure an 89-82 victory at Target Center on August 7. Rae Burrell led the Sparks with 17 points, while Kayla McBride's late 3-pointer had briefly given the Lynx an 82-81 lead. Minnesota, which had won 10 consecutive games, faltered in the fourth quarter, missing their last seven shots. The Lynx managed only four points in the paint during the final 10 minutes. The Sparks' win was marked by strong defensive adjustments and effective ball movement, contributing to a significant 46-28 advantage in points in the paint.

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