Paige Bueckers goes No. 1 in Unrivaled draft, joins The Breeze
Paige Bueckers was a No. 1 pick for the second time this year, going first to The Breeze in Unrivaled’s draftNOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press
AZURÁ STEVENS #23 - FORWARD-CENTER - LOS ANGELES SPARKS
12.8 PPG •
8.0 RPG •
2.1 APG
12.8 PPG
8.0 RPG
2.1 APG
Snags 12 boards in loss Stevens finished Thursday's 103-75 loss to Las Vegas with five points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists and two steals over 26 minutes.
Impact Stevens pulled down a team-high 12 rebounds but was otherwise quiet in a blowout loss. She struggled to maintain a scoring presence down the stretch of the regular season, as she was held to single digits in six of seven matchups after averaging 13.9 points through her first 37 games of the 2025 campaign.
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Nears double-double in win Stevens provided eight points (1-9 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal across 27 minutes in Tuesday's 88-83 win over the Mercury.
Impact Stevens tied the team-high mark in rebounding, grabbing at least eight boards for the fourth time in her last five outings. However, she struggled mightily from three-point range and has now shot just 21.7 percent from downtown over her last five games. During that span, she has scored in double figures just once.
SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Azura Stevens reveals what prepared her for her career season with Sparks Azura Stevens has taken her game to another level. She credits a new offseason opportunity with getting her ready.
SEPTEMBER 8 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM
Double-doubles in win Stevens logged 13 points (5-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 30 minutes during Sunday's 91-77 win over Dallas.
Impact Stevens led the Sparks in rebounds Sunday, and it was her first time scoring in double digits since Aug. 29 against Indiana. She's managed to maintain modest production despite cooling down significantly after a hot start to the season, as Stevens has averaged 7.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks in 27.1 minutes per game while shooting a paltry 37.3 percent from the field over her last nine outings.
SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Allemand scores 21, Burrell sparks late run; Sparks beat Wings 91-77, remain alive in playoff hunt
Julie Allemand had a career-high 21 points, Rae Burrell scored 11 of her 13 in a 16-0 run to open the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Dallas Wings 91-77 on Sunda...SEPTEMBER 8 • Associated Press
Poor offensive showing Stevens supplied three points (1-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), eight rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Friday's 104-85 loss to the Dream.
Impact Stevens stood out due to her energy on the glass after grabbing eight rebounds, but she was a non-factor on offense in a game the Sparks lost by 19 points. The lack of production on offense has been noticeable of late, as Stevens has scored in single digits in seven of her previous eight outings, averaging 6.6 points per game and shooting 35.7 percent from the floor. Despite the scoring woes, Stevens has found a way to produce in other areas with averages of 6.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and a combined 1.7 steals-plus-blocks per game over that same stretch.
SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Hamby leads Los Angeles against Atlanta after 21-point game
Los Angeles takes on the Atlanta Dream after Dearica Hamby scored 21 points in the Sparks' 86-75 loss to the Atlanta DreamSEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press
Pulls down 12 rebounds Stevens posted nine points (3-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 81-78 victory over the Mystics.
Impact Stevens didn't have her best shooting performance, but she still posted a decent stat line and finished just one point away from recording a double-double. Her offensive numbers are trending in the wrong direction and has scored in double digits just once in her last five games.
SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Hamby scores 20, Plum has 14 of 18 in 4th quarter to help Sparks beat Mystics 81-78
Dearica Hamby scored 20 points, Kelsey Plum had 14 of her 18 in the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Sparks held off the Washington Mystics 81-78SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press
Washington takes on Los Angeles, aims to end 6-game skid
Washington looks to stop its six-game skid with a win over Los AngelesAUGUST 31 • Associated Press
Game Recap: Sims' Heroics Lift Fever to Win in L.A. Odyssey Sims got some revenge against her former team to lead the Fever (21-18) to a crucial 76-75 victory over the Sparks (17-20) on Friday...
AUGUST 30 • WNBA.COM
Fills up stat sheet in loss Stevens racked up 17 points (6-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks across 31 minutes in Friday's 76-75 loss to the Fever.
Impact Stevens had a strong all-around performance, getting the job done on both ends of the floor. She finished with team-high numbers in points, assists, rebounds and blocks (tied with Cameron Brink). However, it wasn't enough to overcome some late-game heroics by Odyssey Sims, who propelled her team to victory with two clutch baskets late in the fourth quarter.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Aliyah Boston makes a key steal late to help Fever beat the Sparks 76-75, move into 6th place
Aliyah Boston had 22 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and a career-high six steals to help the Indiana Fever beat the Los Angeles Sparks 76-75 on Friday nightAUGUST 30 • Associated Press
Totals eight rebounds in home win Stevens supplied five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt) with eight rebounds and six assists across 25 minutes in Wednesday's 81-80 victory over the Wings.
Impact Stevens has struggled with her shooting in the past two games, going just 33.3 percent (5-15 FG) from the field, while making just one three-pointer. She is usually a lot more dependable from distance, as Stevens had 16 made three-pointers in the first seven games of August.
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Struggles from distance Stevens totaled six points (3-9 FG, 0-5 3Pt) with two rebounds and one steal across 29 minutes in Sunday's 95-86 loss against the Mystics.
Impact The ugly showing, especially from distance, halted a three-game streak with at least 15 points. Despite the poor outing Sunday, Stevens is averaging 13.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.5 three-pointers per game across the past four appearances.
AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE
Productive in multiple areas Stevens ended Friday's 97-96 victory over Dallas with 15 points (5-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 32 minutes.
Impact Stevens wasn't very effective with her shot, but she was strong on the defensive end. She has scored at least 15 points in three straight outings, averaging 15.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.3 steals with 2.0 three-pointers per game across the past three appearances.
AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE
Plum scores 28, Sparks withstand Wings' late run to win 97-96 as Bueckers misses potential winner
Kelsey Plum scored 28 points, Dearica Hamby had 20 points and 10 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Sparks held on to beat the Dallas Wings 97-96 on Friday night after Paige Bueckers mi...AUGUST 16 • Associated Press
Plum leads Los Angeles against Dallas after 26-point game
Los Angeles visits the Dallas Wings after Kelsey Plum scored 26 points in the Sparks' 105-97 loss to the New York LibertyAUGUST 14 • Associated Press
Plays well despite loss Stevens registered 17 points (7-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals in 35 minutes during Tuesday's 105-97 loss to the Liberty.
Impact Cameron Brink wasn't able to return to this game due to an ankle issue, meaning Stevens may have to continue logging considerable workloads if Brink misses additional time. Stevens has been terrific this campaign with averages of 14.6 points, 8.1 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks.
AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE
Hamby finishes a three-point play with 5.6 seconds to lift LA Sparks past Seattle Storm
Dearica Hamby scored seven of Los Angeles’ final nine points including the winning three-point play with 5.6 seconds left, Kelsey Plum scored 20 points, and the Sparks beat the Sea...AUGUST 11 • Associated Press
Muted impact in loss Stevens finished with four points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block across 20 minutes during Saturday's 72-59 loss to the Valkyries.
Impact Stevens was quiet on the offensive end but tied the team-high mark in rebounds. She also chipped in a block for the fifth consecutive game. During that span, she has averaged 12.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.6 blocks across 28.2 minutes per game.
AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE
Golden State hosts Los Angeles after Hamby's 21-point game
Los Angeles visits the Golden State Valkyries after Dearica Hamby scored 21 points in the Sparks' 102-91 victory over the Connecticut SunAUGUST 8 • Associated Press
Records seven rebounds in win Stevens accumulated 10 points (3-9 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Thursday's 102-91 win over Connecticut.
Impact Stevens didn't have a very good shooting night, but she salvaged the stat line with the seven boards and two blocks. She has managed at least five rebounds in all 29 games this season, and she is working on a streak of three straight outings with two blocks.
AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE
Sparks beat the Sun 102-91 for their 8th win in 9 games
Dearica Hamby scored 21 points, Rickea Jackson added 20 points and Kelsey Plum had 18, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Connecticut Sun 102-91 on Thursday night for their eighth...AUGUST 8 • Associated Press
