Sparks unable to maintain lead, lose to Sky in Chicago
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Los Angeles Sparks fell to the Chicago Sky 95-88 on August 5, 2026, dropping to seven games under.500. Despite a strong performance from Dearica Hamby, who recorded 22 points and 13 rebounds, the Sparks struggled after a poor start. Chicago surged ahead in the first quarter with five three-pointers, and although the Sparks briefly led in the third, a late surge from the Sky sealed the outcome. The loss further complicates Los Angeles’ playoff aspirations. The Sparks will face the league-leading Minnesota Lynx next.
- •Sparks drop to 11-18 after the loss to the Sky.
- •Dearica Hamby records her fifth double-double of the season.
- •Chicago takes advantage of a strong first and fourth quarter.
- •Sparks briefly lead in the third quarter but cannot hold on.
- •Los Angeles faces the Minnesota Lynx next.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Dearica Hamby has a double-double, but Sparks lose to the Sky
"The Sparks couldn't build off of Sunday's win and dropped back to seven games under .500 with a loss to the Chicago Sky.
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