Sparks face Portland Fire for first time since 2002
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 3:07 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Los Angeles Sparks host the Portland Fire on June 7, 2026, marking their first matchup since 2002. The Sparks, currently on a three-game losing streak, are 4-6 this season. Kelsey Plum leads the league in scoring and is expected to drive the offense for the Sparks. The Fire, coached by Alex Sarama, have shown promise as an expansion team with a 6-6 record, despite recent losses. Both teams aim to improve their playoff positioning as the season progresses.
- •Sparks on a three-game losing streak, currently 4-6 this season.
- •Kelsey Plum leads the league in scoring with 26.9 points per game.
- •Portland Fire, now 6-6, shows potential as a new team in the league.
- •Fire coach Alex Sarama won WNBA Coach of the Month for May.
- 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Sparks take on Portland Fire for first time in 24 years
"LOS ANGELES -- The Sparks are currently on a three-game skid.
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