Sparks vs Lynx statistics
| Stat |
Sparks |
Lynx |
| Streak |
L8 |
W7 |
| Last Ten Games |
1-9 |
9-1 |
| Points Per Game |
78.7 |
82.8 |
| Rebounds Per Game |
32.6 |
34.4 |
| Assists Per Game |
19.7 |
23.3 |
| Blocks Per Game |
3.2 |
4.3 |
| Steals Per Game |
7.4 |
8.6 |
| Field Goal % |
42.3 |
45.1 |
| Three Point % |
32.0 |
38.2 |
| Points Against |
86.5 |
75.8 |
Minnesota Lynx recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/17/24 |
@ Connecticut Sun |
W |
78-76 |
| 9/15/24 |
@ New York Liberty |
W |
88-79 |
| 9/13/24 |
vs Chicago Sky |
W |
83-66 |
| 9/10/24 |
@ Atlanta Dream |
W |
76-64 |
| 9/8/24 |
@ Washington Mystics |
W |
78-71 |
Los Angeles Sparks recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/17/24 |
vs Phoenix Mercury |
L |
85-81 |
| 9/15/24 |
@ Seattle Storm |
L |
90-87 |
| 9/11/24 |
vs Seattle Storm |
L |
90-82 |
| 9/10/24 |
vs Connecticut Sun |
L |
86-66 |
| 9/8/24 |
vs Connecticut Sun |
L |
79-67 |
Sparks vs Lynx predictions
As the Los Angeles Sparks gear up to face the Minnesota Lynx, eyes are definitely on Dearica Hamby to pull a strong performance, considering she's been leading the Sparks with an impressive average of 17.2 points and 9.3 rebounds per game. However, with key playmaker Aari McDonald out due to an ankle injury, the rest of the team will have to step up to fill that void, particularly in managing the game’s pace and distribution, which could be challenging against the Lynx’s robust defense.
Switching gears to the Minnesota Lynx, even with Napheesa Collier sidelined, the team has shown remarkable depth and resilience. Courtney Williams, who's been dishing out 5.6 assists per game, will likely play a crucial role in setting up plays and maintaining the offensive flow. The Lynx’s bench will also be under the spotlight to support the scoring, ensuring they maintain the momentum at home, where they’ve been particularly dominant this season.
Given both teams' current form and the Lynx's impressive 16-3 record on their home turf, Minnesota clearly holds the upper hand in this matchup. While the Sparks will put up a good fight, especially if Hamby steps up as anticipated, the Lynx's overall consistency and stronger bench depth might just be too much for the visiting team to handle. Expect a competitive game, but Minnesota is likely to extend their winning streak at home to seven games.
Minnesota Lynx injuries
- Dorka Juhasz (F): Day-To-Day
- Napheesa Collier (F): Out
- Kayla McBride (G): Out
Los Angeles Sparks injuries
- Lexie Brown (G): Out
- Layshia Clarendon (G): Out
- Aari McDonald (G): Out
- Odyssey Sims (G): Day-To-Day
- Cameron Brink (F): Out
Sparks vs Lynx game info
| Venue |
Target Center |
| Location |
Minneapolis, MN |
| Tip-off |
Thu 8:00 PM |
