There is only one WNBA playoff spot still up for grabs, and the Sparks are competing with the Storm for it.
The scenario is straightforward for Los Angeles; they need to win their last two remaining games, and Seattle must lose their final contest against the Valkyries for the Sparks to secure a postseason berth.
This means every game is now a must-win scenario, starting with their road matchup against the Mercury on Tuesday.
Start time and TV schedule
Who: Los Angeles Sparks vs. Phoenix Mercury
When: Sep. 9, 7:00 p.m. PT
Where: PHX Arena
Watch: WNBA League Pass
Los Angeles beating Phoenix won’t be easy; the Mercury have won all three previous contests against the Sparks this season. For the Sparks to change their luck against the Mercury, they’ll have to do a better job of contain