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Azurá Stevens Shines in Playoff Push for Sparks

9/10/2025

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Azurá Stevens is enjoying her best WNBA season, averaging 13 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, ranking fifth in defensive rebounds with nine double-doubles.
Sparks coach Lynne Roberts supports her candidacy for Most Improved Player due to her notable statistical growth.
Stevens credits her success to offseason training and adapting to the Sparks' fast-paced style.
The Sparks are competing for a playoff spot against the Mercury and Aces this week.
The Minnesota Lynx have secured the No. 1 seed, while the Las Vegas Aces are on a 14-game winning streak, with other teams like the Dream and Mercury also in playoff contention.

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Story summary

Azurá Stevens is enjoying her best WNBA season, averaging 13 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, ranking fifth in defensive rebounds with nine double-doubles.
Sparks coach Lynne Roberts supports her candidacy for Most Improved Player due to her notable statistical growth.
Stevens credits her success to offseason training and adapting to the Sparks' fast-paced style.
The Sparks are competing for a playoff spot against the Mercury and Aces this week.
The Minnesota Lynx have secured the No. 1 seed, while the Las Vegas Aces are on a 14-game winning streak, with other teams like the Dream and Mercury also in playoff contention.