Last Updated on August 12, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The 2025 Los Angeles Sparks were led by Dearica Hamby and Kelsey Plum, who formed the team’s primary scoring and playmaking tandem, while Rickea Jackson and Azurá Stevens added frontcourt versatility and secondary offense. Los Angeles played at one of the league’s fastest paces and generated balanced scoring through strong ball movement and perimeter shooting, but defensive struggles, rebounding deficiencies, and difficulty containing opponents consistently undermined their overall effectiveness.

NO. PLAYER POS. HT. WT. BIRTH DATE COLLEGE
0 Odyssey Sims G 5-8 155 July 13, 1992 Baylor
1 Sania Feagin F 6-3 — March 15, 2003 South Carolina
2 Rickea Jackson F 6-2 175 March 16, 2001 Mississippi State, Tennessee
4 Liatu King F 5-11 178 February 10, 2002 Pitt, Notre Dame
5 Dearica Hamby F 6-3 189 November 6, 1993 Wake Forest
7 Shey Peddy G 5-7 146 October 28, 1988 Temple
10 Kelsey Plum G 5-8 145 August 24, 1994 Washington
12 Rae Burrell G-F 6-2 168 June 21, 2000 Tennessee
13 Sarah Ashlee Barker G 6-0 173 September 10, 2001 Georgia, Alabama
20 Julie Allemand G 5-10 152 July 7, 1996 —
21 Mercedes Russell C 6-6 195 July 27, 1995 Tennessee
22 Cameron Brink F 6-4 170 December 31, 2001 Stanford
23 Azura Stevens F-C 6-6 180 February 1, 1996 Duke, UConn
24 Alissa Pili F 5-11 235 June 8, 2001 USC, Utah
32 Emma Cannon F 6-2 190 June 1, 1989 Florida Southern College
35 Julie Vanloo G 5-8 — February 10, 1993 —
— Grace Berger G 5-11 163 June 3, 1999 Indiana

HeatingUp Impact Index: Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Kelsey Plum Starter/Star (1.1) 35.1 High (1.2) 19.5 3.1 5.7 1.3 78.76 Plum operated as the Sparks’ primary perimeter creator, combining deep shooting range with aggressive pick-and-roll attacks and improved playmaking responsibilities. Her ability to draw defensive attention opened opportunities for teammates, while her leadership as a veteran guard remained a major part of the team’s offensive structure. WNBA All-Star (2025)
Dearica Hamby Starter/Star (1.1) 31.2 High (1.2) 18.4 7.9 3.3 2.1 77.62 Hamby continued as a versatile forward who impacted nearly every possession through rebounding, transition play, defensive versatility, and attacking mismatches. Her role expanded beyond scoring as she served as a connective passer and one of the Sparks’ most reliable two-way players. WNBA All-Star (2025)
Rickea Jackson Starter/Star (1.1) 30.9 Medium (1.1) 14.7 3.2 1.7 1.0 45.54 Jackson developed into a consistent scoring wing, using her size to create shots from the midrange and attack smaller defenders. Her second-year growth gave Los Angeles another reliable isolation option while she continued refining defensive awareness and decision-making. None
Azura Stevens Starter/Star (1.1) 28.4 Medium (1.1) 12.8 8.0 2.1 2.3 50.82 Stevens provided the Sparks with a modern frontcourt skill set, spacing the floor as a shooter while protecting the rim defensively. Her ability to rebound and operate in pick-and-pop actions made her a valuable matchup piece throughout the season. None
Odyssey Sims Key Contributor (1.05) 29.5 Medium (1.1) 9.8 2.9 3.5 0.9 36.19 Sims brought veteran guard instincts in limited games, attacking defenses off the dribble and creating advantages through penetration. Her experience helped stabilize the backcourt during stretches when Los Angeles needed another ball handler. None
Julie Allemand Key Contributor (1.05) 28.3 Low (1.0) 5.4 3.7 5.0 1.3 31.19 Allemand filled a traditional floor-general role, emphasizing ball movement, defensive activity, and controlling tempo rather than scoring volume. Her passing vision helped organize half-court possessions and connect the Sparks’ offensive pieces. None
Rae Burrell Bench (1.0) 18.4 Low (1.0) 7.5 2.3 1.2 0.8 23.60 Burrell served as a reserve wing scorer who provided athleticism, perimeter shooting, and defensive versatility. Her role centered on attacking closeouts and spacing the floor alongside higher-usage creators. None
Shey Peddy Key Contributor (1.05) 23.0 Low (1.0) 5.0 3.0 2.7 0.3 22.05 Peddy supplied veteran toughness and defensive pressure from the guard position. In limited opportunities, she gave the Sparks a steady ball-handler who could compete physically and maintain pace. None
Cameron Brink Bench (1.0) 12.8 Low (1.0) 5.1 4.3 0.5 1.9 23.60 Brink returned to a limited role while continuing to show the defensive instincts that made her a highly regarded young frontcourt player. Her shot-blocking presence and rebounding ability remained her biggest sources of impact despite reduced minutes. None
Emma Cannon Bench (1.0) 10.1 Low (1.0) 4.4 1.8 0.4 0.5 14.20 Cannon provided efficient reserve minutes as a physical forward who could finish inside and stretch defenses occasionally. Her role was focused on energy, rebounding, and maintaining frontcourt depth. None
Sarah Ashlee Barker Bench (1.0) 14.1 Low (1.0) 3.1 1.9 0.9 0.4 12.60 Barker worked as a developmental wing, contributing through effort plays, perimeter defense, and off-ball movement. Her limited offensive responsibilities reflected her adjustment to the professional level. None
Liatu King Bench (1.0) 10.0 Low (1.0) 3.0 2.1 0.3 0.2 11.20 King provided frontcourt depth with efficient finishing and rebounding activity in short stretches. Her minutes were primarily developmental within a crowded Sparks rotation. None
Julie Vanloo Bench (1.0) 10.3 Low (1.0) 2.2 0.6 1.2 0.3 8.60 Vanloo offered backup guard minutes centered around spacing and ball movement. Her role was limited, but her international experience gave Los Angeles another option for perimeter organization. None
Layshia Clarendon Bench (1.0) 16.0 Low (1.0) 4.3 1.8 2.6 0.7 18.80 Clarendon provided veteran leadership and steady decision-making from the guard spot. Their contribution came through communication, play organization, and helping younger players adjust to WNBA defensive schemes. None
Mercedes Russell Bench (1.0) 8.2 Low (1.0) 1.7 1.2 0.6 0.5 8.00 Russell served as a reserve center option, bringing size, screening, and interior defense when needed. Her limited role was primarily matchup-based rather than offensive-focused. None
Zia Cooke Bench (1.0) 8.9 Low (1.0) 3.6 0.6 0.6 0.4 10.40 Cooke remained a young guard developing consistency as a shooter and defender. Her athleticism provided flashes, but opportunities were limited behind a deeper perimeter rotation. None
Sania Feagin Bench (1.0) 4.8 Low (1.0) 1.3 0.7 0.3 0.4 5.40 Feagin saw brief reserve action while adjusting to the professional level. Her role focused on gaining experience and providing energy in limited minutes. None
Alissa Pili Bench (1.0) 3.4 Low (1.0) 3.2 0.4 0.0 0.2 7.60 Pili received minimal opportunities but showed scoring ability in short stretches. The Sparks used her primarily as a developing offensive option while she adapted to the speed of the league. None
Los Angeles Sparks Totals — 120.1 44.4 30.3 17.9 537.67 Team statistical totals from listed player averages. The Sparks were driven by elite perimeter creation from Plum, Hamby’s all-around forward play, and a growing group of young wings and frontcourt players developing around their veteran core.