Sparks Edge Storm in Close WNBA Clash
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Climate Pledge Arena
Los Angeles Sparks 88, Seattle Storm 83, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Los Angeles Sparks vs Seattle Storm?
Los Angeles Sparks beat Seattle Storm 88-83 at Climate Pledge Arena on June 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Los Angeles Sparks vs Seattle Storm?
Los Angeles Sparks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -305 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Los Angeles Sparks narrowly defeated the Seattle Storm 88-83 at Climate Pledge Arena. This victory allowed the Sparks to extend their lead in the season series against the Storm, now holding a 2-1 advantage. The game showcased the Sparks' resilience, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they managed to maintain their lead despite a late surge from Seattle.
The Seattle Storm entered the game struggling with a home record of 3-11 and had lost their last six games, highlighting a challenging season thus far. Over their last ten games, they posted a record of 2-8, averaging 74.9 points scored and allowing 82.4 points per game. In contrast, the Los Angeles Sparks, with a record of 6-6, were coming off a recent win against the Portland Fire and had a more balanced scoring average of 89.8 points while allowing 89.7 points in their last ten games.
At home, the Storm had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while the Sparks had been more successful on the road, holding a 3-1 record in their last four away games. The Sparks' recent form included a win against the Aces, which contributed to their momentum heading into this matchup.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, the Storm had struggled against the Sparks, holding a 1-3 record in their last four encounters. The previous matchups included a close contest where the Storm lost 85-91 at home and another narrow defeat of 91-94 away. This trend of close games continued in their latest meeting, with the Sparks managing to edge out the Storm once again.
Injury concerns played a significant role in the game, particularly for the Storm, who were missing Natisha Hiedeman due to a shoulder injury and Awa Fam for non-injury-related reasons. The Sparks also had Aaliyah Nye unavailable for similar non-injury reasons. The absence of these players likely impacted the strategies employed by both teams.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 7.5 points in favor of the Sparks. The total points line was set at 170.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The Sparks were favored with a money line of -305, while the Storm were underdogs at +245.
Conditions in the arena were typical for a June evening, with fans filling the stands to support their teams. The atmosphere was charged, and the stakes were high as both teams sought to improve their standings in the league.
Viewers were treated to a thrilling fourth quarter where pivotal plays determined the outcome. Erica Wheeler's three-pointer, assisted by Nneka Ogwumike, pushed the Sparks' lead to 84-77, showcasing their ability to execute in clutch moments. The Storm fought back, with Natisha Hiedeman scoring a two-point shot to bring the score to 84-79, but the Sparks responded effectively, maintaining their lead until the final buzzer.
Overall, the game highlighted the Sparks' ability to perform under pressure and the Storm's ongoing struggles to find consistency. With the season progressing, both teams will look to build on their performances, but this matchup will serve as a reminder of the competitive nature of the WNBA.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LA -7.5 | 170.5 o -108 / u -112 | Los Angeles Sparks -305 · Seattle Storm +245 |
Injury report
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
- Aaliyah NyeOutNot Injury RelatedLos Angeles Sparks
Leaders
- PointsNatisha Hiedeman16Seattle Storm
- AssistsFlau'jae Johnson6Seattle Storm
- ReboundsFlau'jae Johnson12Seattle Storm
- PointsNneka Ogwumike24Los Angeles Sparks
- AssistsKelsey Plum11Los Angeles Sparks
- ReboundsDearica Hamby10Los Angeles Sparks
Recent form
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 2-8Streak L674.9 scored · 82.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L91-101at Las Vegas AcesJun 9
- L68-88at Minnesota LynxJun 6
- L68-72vs Phoenix MercuryJun 4
- L56-79at Dallas WingsJun 2
- L72-93at Toronto TempoMay 30
- L64-78vs Washington MysticsMay 28
- W97-85vs Washington MysticsMay 24
- W77-59vs Connecticut SunMay 23
- L78-80vs Connecticut SunMay 21
- L78-89at Indiana FeverMay 17
Los Angeles Sparks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W189.8 scored · 89.7 allowed per game3-1 away
- W89-72vs Portland FireJun 7
- L96-104vs Dallas WingsJun 6
- L69-79vs Las Vegas AcesJun 3
- L81-84at Connecticut SunMay 30
- W92-87at Washington MysticsMay 29
- W101-95at Las Vegas AcesMay 24
- W97-88at Phoenix MercuryMay 22
- L96-106vs Toronto TempoMay 17
- W99-95vs Toronto TempoMay 16
- L78-87vs Indiana FeverMay 14
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 | Seattle Storm |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-75 | 30-64 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-35 | 9-29 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 31 |
| Free throws | 21-25 | 14-16 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 30 |
| Assists | 20 | 26 |
| Steals | 10 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 36 |
| Fouls | 17 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 54 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter52-60Awa Fam makes 4-foot layup (Flau'jae Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter54-60Nneka Ogwumike makes 12-foot jumper (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 3rd Quarter54-63Awa Fam makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Horston assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-63Nneka Ogwumike makes 5-foot layup (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-63Kelsey Plum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter58-63Kelsey Plum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter60-63Nneka Ogwumike makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-64Flau'jae Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter60-65Flau'jae Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter61-65Ariel Atkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-65Ariel Atkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-67Dominique Malonga makes 17-foot jumper (Jordan Horston assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-67Cameron Brink makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-67Cameron Brink makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-67Cameron Brink makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter69-67Cameron Brink makes 23-foot three point jumper (Rae Burrell assists)
- 4th Quarter69-70Awa Fam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 4th Quarter70-70Chance Gray makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter71-70Chance Gray makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter72-70Chance Gray makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter72-71Flau'jae Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-71Nneka Ogwumike makes running layup (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 4th Quarter75-71Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter75-72Awa Fam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-73Awa Fam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter77-73Ariel Atkins makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter78-73Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-73Nneka Ogwumike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter79-75Natisha Hiedeman makes 3-foot two point shot (Dominique Malonga assists)
- 4th Quarter81-75Nneka Ogwumike makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter81-76Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-77Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-77Erica Wheeler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nneka Ogwumike assists)
- 4th Quarter84-79Natisha Hiedeman makes 7-foot two point shot (Jordan Horston assists)
- 4th Quarter86-79Dearica Hamby makes 3-foot layup (Kelsey Plum assists)
- 4th Quarter86-80Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-81Dominique Malonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter86-83Jordan Horston makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Natisha Hiedeman assists)
- 4th Quarter87-83Erica Wheeler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-83Erica Wheeler makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Seattle Storm, below favours Los Angeles Sparks.
Venue
- Climate Pledge ArenaSeattle, WA
- Attendance9309
- OfficialsRandy Richardson, Angel Kent, Josh Reed
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