Natasha Cloud's Career-High 31 Points Lead Mercury Over Sparks
Despite strong performances from Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson, the Los Angeles Sparks fall short in a closely contested game.
- Phoenix Mercury edge Los Angeles Sparks 84-78 in a thrilling match.
- Natasha Cloud scores a career-high 31 points, adding nine rebounds and five assists.
- Kahleah Copper contributes 25 points and 10 rebounds for Phoenix.
- Dearica Hamby leads the Sparks with 25 points and nine rebounds.
- Sparks rookie Rickea Jackson scores a career-high 22 points.
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