The LA Sparks delivered a stunning road victory on Thursday at Target Center, halting the Minnesota Lynx‘s impressive 10-game winning streak. Veteran players Dearica Hamby and Rae Burrell spearheaded the Sparks’ late surge to secure the upset.
Trailing by eight points at halftime, the Sparks found renewed energy in the third quarter. Nneka Ogwumike and Rae Burrell ignited the comeback with early three-pointers, narrowing the gap. However, the Lynx responded with two triples from Kayla McBride, allowing Minnesota to maintain a five-point lead entering the final period.
Despite the deficit, the Sparks demonstrated resilience and refused to be subdued on the road.
Rae Burrell & Dearica Hamby Fuel LA Sparks Offense
Dearica Hamby played a crucial role in the closing stages of the game, contributing five quick points that helped LA seize control. Alongside Hamby, Rae Burrell provided consistent offensive pressure, challenging the Lynx defense and pushing the Sparks toward victory.