WNBA Preseason Game in Canada to Feature Sparks vs. Storm

The WNBA continues its international expansion efforts with a preseason game in Edmonton, Alberta, marking the second consecutive year for a preseason game in Canada.

• The Los Angeles Sparks and Seattle Storm will face off in a preseason game on May 5 in Edmonton, Alberta, as part of the WNBA's efforts to expand its international presence.
• This marks the second WNBA preseason game in Canada, following last year's successful event in Toronto which saw a sell-out crowd and record viewership.
• WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert highlighted the league's consideration of cities for future franchise expansion, with Toronto being a potential location.
• The game will feature top talent, including new additions to the Storm, Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins-Smith, and Canadian guard Kia Nurse playing for the Sparks.
• Ticket sales for the WNBA Canada Game in Edmonton begin on March 20, with the 2024 WNBA season officially starting on May 14.

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