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Sparks eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Dream

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:04 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Sparks eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Dream

Summary

The Los Angeles Sparks suffered a 124-88 defeat to the Atlanta Dream on Thursday at Crypto.com Arena, officially ending their playoff hopes. The loss marks the sixth consecutive defeat for the Sparks, leaving them with a 12-24 record. Nneka Ogwumike announced this season as her final, reflecting on her 15-year career positively despite the team's struggles. The Dream capitalized early, establishing a commanding 31-12 lead at the end of the first quarter. Rhyne Howard led all scorers with 26 points, while Cameron Brink was the top scorer for the Sparks with 14 points. The Sparks have eight games remaining in the season, with five at home.

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By the Numbers

•Sparks lose 124-88 to the Dream, ending playoff hopes.
•Ogwumike announces this season as her final season.
•Dream advance to 23-13, while Sparks drop to 12-24.
•Game featured a strong performance from Rhyne Howard with 26 points.
•Sparks have eight games left, five at home.

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5:04 AMYahoo Sports — Sparks suffer blowout loss to Dream and are eliminated from playoff contention

What they're saying

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Nneka Ogwumike said she is content to wrap up her 15-year WNBA career with the struggling Sparks, who endured a 124-88 loss to the Dream on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports

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