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Sparks face Aces in Ogwumike's last WNBA road game

Los Angeles closes out its season against Las Vegas on Tuesday as Nneka Ogwumike plays her final away game before retirement.

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What to know

  • Nneka Ogwumike plays her final WNBA road game Tuesday against Las Vegas, with just two games left in her career.
  • The Sparks (16–26) are injury-depleted but have won four of their last six games, featuring emerging young talent on short rest.
  • The Aces (29–13) seek a fourth title in five years and are competing for the third playoff seed against Atlanta.

“I've always thought it was important to ensure that anybody that you encounter, any player, any teammate, is someone that you can pour into but also someone that you can learn from.”

Nneka Ogwumike, Sparks forward · Yahoo Sports ↗

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Sparks face Aces in Ogwumike's last WNBA road game
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    Sparks' recent form presents competitive test for Aces

    The Sparks have won four of their last six games, with emerging stars like Rae Burrell scoring her 11th 20-point game of the season on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Aces have won their last five games and are seeking to secure the third playoff seed ahead of the Dream while pursuing their fourth championship in five years.

    “The rookies and the newbies, they're all my little babies. And it's something about just competing every day and showing up and putting your best foot forward.”
    — Emma Cannon, Sparks forward · source
    1. 1 outlet Sparks face Aces on Ogwumike's last career WNBA road game

      first by Yahoo Sports, 1d ago

    • rey-rey.net

      The Sparks will be playing the Aces on Tuesday night. It's the last road game of the season for the Sparks. And the last road game of Nneka Ogwumike's WNBA career. More in the Sporting Tribune.

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  2. background

    Sparks injury report shows multiple absences heading into matchup — Dearica Hamby, Cameron Brink, and Aaliyah Nye will miss their second consecutive game due to injuries. Ariel Atkins and Monique Akoa Makani are listed as probable. The injuries have created opportunities for younger players to gain significant minutes.

  3. background

    Sparks scheduled to face Aces in Ogwumike's final road game — The Los Angeles Sparks will play the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night, marking the last road game of the season for Los Angeles and the final road game of Nneka Ogwumike's WNBA career. The Sparks are 16–26 on the season with two games remaining.