Sparks Defeat Fever 106-92 in WNBA Clash
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Sparks 106, Indiana Fever 92, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks?
Los Angeles Sparks beat Indiana Fever 106-92 at crypto.com Arena on July 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks?
Indiana Fever were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The underdog won.
The Los Angeles Sparks secured a decisive victory against the Indiana Fever, winning 106-92 at the crypto.com Arena. This match was particularly noteworthy as it marked a turnaround for the Sparks, who had been struggling in recent weeks. With this win, the Sparks improved their record to 10-11, while the Fever fell to 12-10. The Sparks had lost their previous three games, but they managed to break that streak with this performance.
In the lead-up to the game, the Sparks had a home record of 9-11, with a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games. They averaged 87.1 points scored per game while allowing 95.3 points. Their last five games had been particularly challenging, as they recorded a 1-4 record with an average of 85.8 points scored and 102.8 points allowed. The Fever, on the other hand, entered the game with a stronger form, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten outings, averaging 97.7 points scored and allowing 91.2 points. They had won their last two games, indicating a solid performance leading up to this matchup.
The Sparks have faced the Fever three times this season, with Indiana winning the series 2-1 prior to this game. Their previous encounters included a significant loss for the Sparks on June 28, where they fell 87-111 in Indiana. This game was crucial for the Sparks to regain some confidence and momentum against a team that had bested them earlier in the season.
In terms of injuries, the Sparks were missing Aaliyah Nye, who was out for non-injury-related reasons. This absence may have impacted their depth, but the team was able to rally and perform effectively despite this setback.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Fever as 5.5-point favorites, with the total set at 181.5. The odds reflected the Fever's better record and recent form, but the Sparks' home advantage proved to be significant in this matchup.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans in attendance witnessed a competitive atmosphere at the crypto.com Arena, where the Sparks aimed to capitalize on their home court advantage.
As the game unfolded, the Sparks established a strong lead, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Key scoring plays included a 7-foot pullup jump shot by Nneka Ogwumike and a 25-foot three-pointer by Ariel Atkins, which helped extend their lead in the fourth quarter. The Sparks' ability to maintain their composure and execute under pressure was evident as they built a significant margin over the Fever.
Overall, this victory was a crucial step for the Sparks as they look to improve their standing in the league and build on this momentum in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IND -5.5 | 181.5 o -115 / u -105 | Indiana Fever -238 · Los Angeles Sparks +195 |
Injury report
- Aaliyah NyeOutNot Injury RelatedLos Angeles Sparks
Leaders
- PointsNneka Ogwumike24Los Angeles Sparks
- AssistsErica Wheeler6Los Angeles Sparks
- ReboundsDearica Hamby9Los Angeles Sparks
- PointsKelsey Mitchell29Indiana Fever
- AssistsTyasha Harris4Indiana Fever
- ReboundsMonique Billings12Indiana Fever
Recent form
Los Angeles Sparks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L387.1 scored · 95.3 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L64-82vs Seattle StormJul 7
- L87-111at Indiana FeverJun 28
- L97-125at Toronto TempoJun 25
- W98-97vs New York LibertyJun 22
- L83-99vs Minnesota LynxJun 18
- L58-78at Golden State ValkyriesJun 16
- W111-102at Phoenix MercuryJun 14
- W88-83at Seattle StormJun 11
- W89-72vs Portland FireJun 7
- L96-104vs Dallas WingsJun 6
Indiana Fever
Last 10: 7-3Streak W297.7 scored · 91.2 allowed per game3-1 away
- W84-68at Las Vegas AcesJul 5
- W111-87vs Los Angeles SparksJun 28
- L109-111vs Phoenix MercuryJun 24
- W86-77vs Phoenix MercuryJun 23
- L96-113at Atlanta DreamJun 20
- L101-108vs Atlanta DreamJun 18
- W113-91vs Toronto TempoJun 16
- W85-75at Connecticut SunJun 13
- W114-106vs Chicago SkyJun 11
- W78-76at Washington MysticsJun 8
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Fever | Los Angeles Sparks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-77 | 40-79 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 11-34 | 9-20 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 45 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 17-20 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Assists | 18 | 25 |
| Steals | 8 | 11 |
| Blocks | 5 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 27 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 60 |
| Fouls | 22 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 38 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter54-66Tyasha Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter55-66Tyasha Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter55-68Nneka Ogwumike makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter57-68Makayla Timpson makes 2-foot layup (Raven Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-69Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter57-70Ariel Atkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter57-71Ariel Atkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter60-71Kelsey Mitchell makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter61-71Raven Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-71Raven Johnson makes floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter63-74Rae Burrell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nneka Ogwumike assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-77Kiana Williams makes 26-foot running jump shot (Nneka Ogwumike assists)
- 3rd Quarter66-77Damiris Dantas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter66-79Alissa Pili makes 3-foot layup
- 3rd Quarter67-79Damiris Dantas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-79Damiris Dantas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-79Kelsey Mitchell makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter71-82Rae Burrell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Alissa Pili assists)
- 4th Quarter71-84Erica Wheeler makes running layup (Rae Burrell assists)
- 4th Quarter74-84Damiris Dantas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter74-86Rae Burrell makes two point shot (Kiana Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter77-86Caitlin Clark makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter77-88Nneka Ogwumike makes running layup (Dearica Hamby assists)
- 4th Quarter77-90Erica Wheeler makes driving layup (Ariel Atkins assists)
- 4th Quarter77-91Erica Wheeler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter79-91Damiris Dantas makes 3-foot layup (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter81-91Kelsey Mitchell makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter81-93Nneka Ogwumike makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Rae Burrell assists)
- 4th Quarter81-95Ariel Atkins makes running layup (Erica Wheeler assists)
- 4th Quarter83-95Makayla Timpson makes driving layup (Tyasha Harris assists)
- 4th Quarter83-97Erica Wheeler makes running layup
- 4th Quarter85-97Kelsey Mitchell makes 8-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter85-99Dearica Hamby makes running layup (Erica Wheeler assists)
- 4th Quarter87-99Lexie Hull makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-101Nneka Ogwumike makes 7-foot pullup jump shot (Rae Burrell assists)
- 4th Quarter89-101Damiris Dantas makes 9-foot jumper (Tyasha Harris assists)
- 4th Quarter90-101Tyasha Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-104Ariel Atkins makes 25-foot three pointer (Jihyun Park assists)
- 4th Quarter92-104Makayla Timpson makes 6-foot layup (Damiris Dantas assists)
- 4th Quarter92-106Dearica Hamby makes 4-foot layup (Kiana Williams assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Sparks, below favours Indiana Fever.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance12939
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, Randy Richardson, Teresa Stuck
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