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Rookie Sarah Barker Shines Amid Sparks' Injury Crisis

6/23/2025

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Rookie Sarah Ashlee Barker has made a remarkable entrance into the WNBA, stepping up as a starter for the injury-riddled Sparks. With the support of teammates like Kelsey Plum, she’s overcoming challenges alongside fellow rookies Sania Feagin and Liatu King, who has just returned after being waived. The team grapples with roster instability as injuries take their toll.

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Story summary

Rookie Sarah Ashlee Barker has made a remarkable entrance into the WNBA, stepping up as a starter for the injury-riddled Sparks. With the support of teammates like Kelsey Plum, she’s overcoming challenges alongside fellow rookies Sania Feagin and Liatu King, who has just returned after being waived. The team grapples with roster instability as injuries take their toll.