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Sparks End Lynx’s 10-Game Streak 89-82

8/7/2026

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Summary

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The Sparks beat the Lynx 89-82 on August 6, 2026, snapping a 10-game streak.
Dearica Hamby scored 16 points while Erica Wheeler added 12 points and nine assists.
Olivia Miles posted 23 points and eight rebounds while Napheesa Collier contributed 21 points and six assists.
An 8-0 run sealed the win after Wheeler’s layup with 1:42 left.
The Sparks will play the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday at 4:00 PM PT.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched in 1997 with eight franchises, awarding its first championship to the Houston Comets and crowning Cynthia Cooper MVP. Expansion added teams over two decades, reaching 15 clubs by the 2026 season, including the Las Vegas Aces, a former 1997 franchise. In 2026 the Aces snapped the Minnesota Lynx’s ten-game winning streak, underscoring the league’s growth and competitive balance.

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Story summary

The Sparks beat the Lynx 89-82 on August 6, 2026, snapping a 10-game streak.
Dearica Hamby scored 16 points while Erica Wheeler added 12 points and nine assists.
Olivia Miles posted 23 points and eight rebounds while Napheesa Collier contributed 21 points and six assists.
An 8-0 run sealed the win after Wheeler’s layup with 1:42 left.
The Sparks will play the Golden State Valkyries on Sunday at 4:00 PM PT.

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