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Liberty Overcome 11-Point Deficit in 89-79 Victory Over Sparks

Natasha Cloud’s season-high 23 points powered a 32-18 third-quarter run that stopped New York’s skid.

Kelsey Plum #10 of the Los Angeles Sparks dribbles against Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 26, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Sparks forward Dearica Hamby drives as the New York Liberty’s Isabelle Harrison defends during the second half on Thursday night in New York. The Sparks lost, 89-79. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The win opened New York’s eight-game homestand and offered momentum ahead of the All-Star break.
  • Breanna Stewart recorded a double-double with 17 points and 14 rebounds to anchor the effort.
  • Leonie Fiebich returned from EuroBasket to rejoin the starting five, bolstering the frontcourt.
  • Jonquel Jones remained sidelined with a sprained ankle and did not play, with no return date set.
  • Dearica Hamby led the Sparks with 25 points as Los Angeles fell to 5-13 after their third-quarter advantage evaporated.