| Qtr | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 SEA | 20 | 28 | 20 | 14 | 82 |
 LA | 15 | 22 | 8 | 19 | 64 |
In a commanding performance, the Storm took down the Sparks 82-64 at crypto.com Arena! The decisive edge came from the Storm's superior shooting, connecting on a higher percentage from the field. The Storm showcased their offensive prowess, hitting their shots at a significantly higher rate than the Sparks, which proved to be the difference in this matchup. Defensively, the Storm held the Sparks to just 64 points, demonstrating a relentless effort on that end of the court that stifled their opponents' scoring opportunities. With this victory, the Storm not only secured a strong finish but also sent a clear message about their playoff potential as they look to build momentum into the postseason.
The Storm sit 8th in the Western Conference, 23 games back, coming off a loss, 2-8 over their last 10. The Sparks sit 6th in the Western Conference, 16 games back, winners of 2 straight, 3-7 over their last 10.
The most recent baskets, with the running score beside each one. Basketball scores too often to list a game end to end, so this is the latest stretch of it rather than the whole.
Jade Melbourne makes free throw 1 of 1Score73-53Zia Cooke makes 13-foot turnaround jump shotScore75-53Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 1 of 2Score76-53Natisha Hiedeman makes free throw 2 of 2Score77-53Natisha Hiedeman makes 7-foot two point shotScore79-53Nneka Ogwumike makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Erica Wheeler assists)Score79-55Nneka Ogwumike makes tip shotScore79-57Kate Martin makes free throw 1 of 3Score79-58Kate Martin makes free throw 2 of 3Score79-59Kate Martin makes free throw 3 of 3Score79-60Zia Cooke makes 29-foot three pointerScore82-60Kiana Williams makes driving layup (Emma Cannon assists)Score82-62Kate Martin makes technical free throwScore82-63Kate Martin makes free throw 1 of 2Score82-64Each side's next fixtures, with the date and who travels.
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