Los Angeles Sparks Defeat Portland Fire 85-75
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Moda Center
Los Angeles Sparks 85, Portland Fire 75, 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 Los Angeles Sparks vs Portland Fire?
Los Angeles Sparks beat Portland Fire 85-75 at Moda Center on May 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Los Angeles Sparks vs Portland Fire?
Los Angeles Sparks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a compelling matchup at the Moda Center, the Los Angeles Sparks secured an 85-75 victory over the Portland Fire, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The Sparks have now won three consecutive games against the Fire, showcasing their dominance in this fixture. The Fire, still searching for their first win of the season, fell to 0-3 overall, while the Sparks improved to 3-0.
The Sparks entered this game with a recent record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they have now won their last two outings, including a decisive 89-63 victory against Nigeria on April 25. Their scoring average over the last ten games stands at 83.4 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 84.7 points. In contrast, the Fire have struggled, losing their last match against the Seattle Storm 81-91, and their scoring average in the same span is 81.0 points, with an average of 91.0 points allowed.
Playing at home, the Fire have yet to find success, holding a record of 0-2, while the Sparks have performed well on the road, boasting a 2-0 record away from home. This game marked another opportunity for the Fire to turn their fortunes around, but they were unable to overcome the Sparks' offensive efforts.
The Sparks' victory was marked by strong performances from their key players, with Sevgi Uzun contributing significantly in the fourth quarter. The Fire's scoring came from various players, but they were unable to keep pace with the Sparks' scoring, particularly in the latter stages of the game.
In terms of injuries, the Fire were missing several key players, including Carla Leite, Frieda Buhner, Luisa Geiselsoder, Sarah Ashlee Barker, and Sania Feagin, with various reasons cited for their absence. The Sparks also faced challenges, with Aaliyah Nye listed as out due to non-injury-related reasons.
The betting market reflected the Sparks' strong position leading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 8.5 points in favor of Los Angeles. The total for the game was set at 172.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline odds were also heavily tilted, with the Sparks at -360 and the Fire at +285, indicating a strong belief in the Sparks' ability to secure the win.
As the game progressed, the Sparks maintained control, with significant scoring plays in the fourth quarter that sealed their victory. The Fire attempted to rally, but their efforts fell short as they managed to score only 75 points against the Sparks' 85. The conditions in the Moda Center were conducive for basketball, but the Fire were unable to capitalize on their home advantage.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the Sparks' continued dominance over the Fire in their recent meetings, and the Fire's struggle to find their footing early in the season. With the Sparks leading the series 3-0, the Fire will need to regroup and address their injury challenges as they look to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LA -8.5 | 172.5 o -110 / u -110 | Los Angeles Sparks -360 · Portland Fire +285 |
Injury report
- Carla LeiteOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Frieda BuhnerOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Luisa GeiselsoderOutPersonalPortland Fire
- Sarah Ashlee BarkerOutKneePortland Fire
- Sania FeaginOutKneePortland Fire
- Aaliyah NyeOutNot Injury RelatedLos Angeles Sparks
Leaders
- PointsSerah Williams12Portland Fire
- AssistsJordan Harrison4Portland Fire
- ReboundsSerah Williams8Portland Fire
- PointsNneka Ogwumike17Los Angeles Sparks
- AssistsNneka Ogwumike5Los Angeles Sparks
- ReboundsNneka Ogwumike4Los Angeles Sparks
Recent form
Portland Fire
1 game: 0-1Streak L181 scored · 91 allowed per game
- L81-91at Seattle StormApr 30
Los Angeles Sparks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W183.4 scored · 84.7 allowed per game2-2 away
- W89-63vs NIGERIAApr 25
- L75-103vs Las Vegas AcesSep 12
- W88-83at Phoenix MercurySep 10
- W91-77vs Dallas WingsSep 7
- L85-104at Atlanta DreamSep 5
- L75-86at Atlanta DreamSep 3
- W91-85at Seattle StormSep 2
- W81-78vs Washington MysticsSep 1
- L75-76vs Indiana FeverAug 30
- L84-92vs Phoenix MercuryAug 27
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Los Angeles Sparks | Portland Fire |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-64 | 24-54 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-31 | 4-18 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 22 |
| Free throws | 24-32 | 23-30 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 24 |
| Assists | 22 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 24 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 38 |
| Fouls | 28 | 29 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 96 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter61-45Jordan Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter61-46Jordan Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-46Sania Feagin makes 3-foot two point shot (Julie Vanloo assists)
- 3rd Quarter64-46Sania Feagin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter65-46Sania Feagin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-46Jihyun Park makes 4-foot layup (Emma Cannon assists)
- 3rd Quarter67-47Bridget Carleton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter67-48Bridget Carleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-48Sania Feagin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-48Sania Feagin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-49Luisa Geiselsoder makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-50Luisa Geiselsoder makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-51Carla Leite makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter69-52Carla Leite makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-52Ta'Niya Latson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-53Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter70-54Serah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-54Ta'Niya Latson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter72-56Serah Williams makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter72-57Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-58Serah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-60Serah Williams makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter72-62Maya Caldwell makes layup (Serah Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter75-62Emma Cannon makes 24-foot three pointer (Julie Vanloo assists)
- 4th Quarter76-62Chance Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-62Ta'Niya Latson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-62Ta'Niya Latson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-64Haley Jones makes 4-foot two point shot (Jordan Harrison assists)
- 4th Quarter80-64Sania Feagin makes running layup (Chance Gray assists)
- 4th Quarter80-65Nyadiew Puoch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter80-66Nyadiew Puoch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-66Chance Gray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ta'Niya Latson assists)
- 4th Quarter85-66Sevgi Uzun makes two point shot (Ta'Niya Latson assists)
- 4th Quarter85-67Frieda Bühner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter85-68Jordan Harrison makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter85-70Nyadiew Puoch makes running layup (Maya Caldwell assists)
- 4th Quarter85-71Jordan Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter85-72Jordan Harrison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter85-73Serah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter85-75Frieda Bühner makes driving layup (Jordan Harrison assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Fire, below favours Los Angeles Sparks.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance13550
- OfficialsAgon Abazi, Clare Simmons, Kelly Broomfield
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