WNBA opening weekend overreactions: Sparks will miss the playoffs, the Liberty don't need Sabrina Ionescu
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- Los Angeles Sparks suffered a 27‑point loss to the Las Vegas Aces in their season opener, marking the worst opening loss in franchise history.
- New York Liberty remain tied for first place after a 2‑0 start, despite guard Sabrina Ionescu rolling her left ankle in a preseason game with an MRI showing no serious damage.
- Indiana Fever star Kelsey Mitchell leads the league in scoring with 30 points per game early in the season.
- Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick, is not in the starting lineup for the Connecticut Sun.
- Cameron Brink, the Sparks' lottery pick, logged three fouls and three turnovers in eight minutes against the Aces, prompting coach Lynne Roberts to demand production.
Why it matters: The Sparks' 27‑point loss deepens their playoff drought, the longest active in the league, which threatens fan support, reduces ticket sales, and could jeopardize future sponsorship deals.
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