Sparks sign Alissa Pili to developmental deal, waive Laura Ziegler

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Sparks sign Alissa Pili to developmental deal, waive Laura Ziegler
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The Los Angeles Sparks have signed Alissa Pili to a player developmental contract as they resume play on July 6, 2026. Head coach Lynne Roberts announced the signing during practice, confirming that Pili has been with the team since early June while rehabilitating from an injury. Laura Ziegler has been waived to make room for Pili. Ziegler played three games for the Sparks, averaging 2.7 points. Pili was previously with the Sparks last season, averaging 3.2 points over five games after being selected by the Minnesota Lynx in the 2024 WNBA Draft. She is currently day-to-day as she has not yet been medically cleared to play.

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  • Alissa Pili signed to a developmental contract by the Sparks.
  • Laura Ziegler waived to make room for Pili.
  • Pili has been rehabbing since early June.
  • Ziegler played three games, averaging 2.7 points.
  • Sparks play the Seattle Storm on July 6.
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  • 12:18 AMYahoo SportsSparks bring Pili back in player developmental deal, waive Ziegler
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LOS ANGELES -- The Sparks make another move as they resume play on Monday.

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