Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the WNBA match.
Just before the All-Star Weekend break, these two sides met in California. On that occasion, the Los Angeles Sparks emerged victorious (92:88), lifting themselves out of last place in the Western Conference. Now comes the reverse fixture, giving them a chance to secure their 10th regular season win.
Connecticut Sun
The Connecticut Sun are enduring a torrid season. With just three wins from 22 regular season games, the team currently sits at the very bottom of the league standings. They have the lowest scoring average in the WNBA, managing just 72.7 points per game, while also conceding 88 points per game — the worst defensive record in the league.
Los Angeles Sparks
The Los Angeles Sparks have hit a strong vein of form and have carried that momentum into the post-All-Star stretch. They’re currently on a three-game winning run, which includes back-to-back triumphs over a solid Washington Mystics team (99:80 and 93:86). The standout contributors have been Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson, who combined for 46 points, 17 rebounds, and 7 assists in their most recent game.
Connecticut Sun vs Los Angeles Sparks Prediction
It’s difficult to understand why the Los Angeles Sparks weren’t performing at this level earlier in the campaign. What is clear, though, is that in their current form, they look more than capable of pushing for a playoff berth. Given the struggles of the Connecticut Sun, the visitors look the more likely to come away with the win.
