Ariel Atkins - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Scores four points in win Atkins supplied four points (2-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 17 minutes during Sunday's 90-74 win over the Storm.

Impact Atkins saw limited playing time Sunday and scored just four points for a second straight game. The veteran guard scored in double figures in just two of her 13 appearances in August, during which she averaged 6.7 points, 3.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.8 steals across 26.5 minutes per showing.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in defeat Atkins chipped in 10 points (3-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, six assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Monday's 78-71 loss to the Dream.

Impact Atkins scored in double digits for the first time since Aug. 2 in Portland, and she also handed out a season-high-tying six assists. The 30-year-old guard is averaging a career-low 8.8 points per game and shooting a career-worst 37.0 percent from the field in her first season with the Sparks, but she's shooting a career-best 92.6 percent from the free-throw line.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Atkins (head) is available for Saturday's game versus the Sun.

Impact Atkins exited Thursday's 124-88 loss to Atlanta with a head injury, but she was listed as probable for Saturday's game, and now we have official confirmation that she'll be out there. Atkins is averaging 8.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.3 triples and 1.6 steals per game this season.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing on Saturday Atkins (head) is practicing with the Sparks on Saturday morning, John W. Davis of Long Beach Press-Telegram reports.

Impact Atkins didn't return to Thursday's 124-88 loss to Atlanta. She is currently listed as probable, though her presence at practice Saturday nearly confirms that she will suit up versus the Sun. If Atkins suffers a setback and isn't available, Tonie Morgan, Chance Gray and Kate Martin are candidates to receive more playing time.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Atkins (head) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Connecticut.

Impact Atkins exited Thursday's 124-88 loss to Atlanta and didn't return, though it appears she will be cleared to play Saturday versus the Sun. If Atkins suffers a setback and can't get on the floor, Tonie Morgan, Chance Gray and Kate Martin would likely see more minutes.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Departs with head injury Atkins won't return to Thursday's game against the Dream due to a head injury, John W. Davis of Long Beach Press-Telegram reports. She'll finish the night with nine points (3-7 FG,...

Impact The severity of Atkins' injury is unclear at this time, though she'll likely be re-evaluated over the next day or so. Her availability for Saturday's game against the Sun is up in the air at this point.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 26 minutes in loss Atkins chipped in nine points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and two steals over 26 minutes during Tuesday's 85-77 loss to the Sun.

Impact Atkins was one of two starters that were held to single-digit points, joining Tonie Morgan (eight points). Atkins has been a low-end source of fantasy value this season with 8.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.7 steals in 27.8 minutes per contest.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Records three swipes Atkins recorded three points (1-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, three steals and one block in 28 minutes during Thursday's 85-81 loss to New York.

Impact Atkins didn't have much to offer Thursday as a scorer, but she led her team with three steals and collected her first block since Aug. 2. She's been held to single figures in the scoring column in five straight games, though she continues to find ways to make an impact in other ways, averaging 3.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.2 steals during this offensive drought.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ionescu scores 20 points and Liberty avoid record collapse to hold off Sparks

Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points and the New York Liberty avoided one of the biggest collapses in WNBA history, holding off the Los Angeles Sparks 85-81 on Thursday night

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

Valkyries blow most of a 19-point lead before beating the Sparks 84-78

Cecilia Zandalasini scored 15 points on 5-of-5 shooting from 3-point range, Tiffany Hayes added 14 and the Golden State Valkyries blew most of a 19-point lead before beating the Lo...

AUGUST 10 • Associated Press

Will play Thursday Atkins (ribs) is available for Thursday's game against the Lynx.

Impact Atkins sustained a rib injury in Wednesday's loss to the Sky and was unable to return, though she'll suit up in the second leg of this back-to-back set. The veteran guard has averaged 12.0 points, 4.0 assists, 3.0 rebounds and 1.4 steals across 30.2 minutes per game in her last five appearances.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Thursday Atkins (ribs) is probable for Thursday's game against Minnesota.

Impact It sounds like Atkins will be able to play through the ribs injury she sustained in Wednesday's loss to the Sky. The veteran guard logged at least 30 minutes in her prior seven appearance to Wednesday, so it remains to be seen if she'll have her workload monitored.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't return Wednesday Atkins (undisclosed) did not return to Wednesday's 95-88 loss to Chicago. She closed with eight points (3-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt), three assists, two steals and one rebound across 21 minut...

Impact Atkins exited in the fourth quarter with an apparent injury after taking a shot from DiJonai Carrington on a drive, ultimately not returning for the end of Wednesday's contest. An update on the nature and severity of the injury will likely come from Los Angeles soon, though Atkins' status for the second half of the club's back-to-back set Thursday against Minnesota is up in the air.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Wednesday Atkins (undisclosed) went to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's game against Chicago, WNBA reporter Justin Russo reports.

Impact Atkins was slow to get up after taking an apparent shot to the chest or stomach area, prompting her to depart to the locker room in the fourth quarter. She hasn't formally been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game, but with just a few minutes remaining, Los Angeles may opt to play it safe and keep her off the court. Monique Akoa Makani could see increased opportunities down the stretch if Atkins is unable to return.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Hamby, Ogwumike lead Sparks past Fire 106-101 after LA trades Plum to Phoenix

Dearica Hamby scored 23 points, Nneka Ogwumike had 20 of her 22 in the second half and the Los Angeles Sparks — on a day they learned star teammate Kelsey Plum was traded — ended a...

AUGUST 2 • Associated Press

Strong line in loss Atkins finished Tuesday's 113-109 loss to New York with 16 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, five assists and one steal across 34 minutes.

Impact Atkins put together another strong line after scoring 15 points in 33 minutes of her previous outing. She could be in line for a larger role if the Sparks end up trading Kelsey Plum (leg).

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Strong effort in loss Atkins registered 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 86-82 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Atkins snapped a three-game streak of single-digit scoring. She's been a mid- to low-end fantasy asset for the most part this season with averages of 9.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.6 steals on 36.7 percent shooting from the field.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alyssa Thomas has her 20th triple-double in the regular season as the Mercury edge the Sparks 86-82

Alyssa Thomas recorded her 20th triple-double in the regular season, Kahleah Copper scored 21 points and the Phoenix Mercury edged the Los Angeles Sparks 86-82 on Wednesday afterno...

JULY 22 • Associated Press

Contributes on both ends Monday Atkins finished with 13 points (5-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists, three steals and one block over 34 minutes in Monday's 101-92 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Atkins has now reached double figures in scoring in each of her last three games. She has also been impactful defensively, combining for eight steals during that span. Still, it hasn't been a productive 2026 campaign for Atkins overall, with the 29-year-old averaging a career-low 9.0 points in her 20 regular-season appearances following Friday's loss to the Dream.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nneka Ogwumike has a double-double to lead the Sparks past the Sky, 102-87

Nneka Ogwumike had 25 points, 12 rebounds and five assists, Erica Wheeler added 15 points and eight assists, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Chicago Sky 102-87

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Sparks spoil Caitlin Clark's return, beating the Fever 106-92

Nneka Ogwumike had 24 points, eight rebounds and five assists and the Los Angeles Sparks spoiled Caitlin Clark’s return, beating the Indiana Fever 106-92 on Wednesday night to snap...

JULY 9 • Associated Press

Quiet scoring campaign continues Atkins finished Monday's 82-64 loss to the Storm with five points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and five rebounds in 22 minutes.

Impact Atkins has been mostly reliable on defense this season but continues to struggle in the scoring department. The veteran guard has averaged 11.5 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.5 steals in 25.2 minutes per tilt over 19 games this season, shooting a poor 34.5 percent from the field.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in defeat Atkins ended with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one assist and one steal across 14 minutes during Thursday's 125-97 loss to Toronto.

Impact Although the Sparks were playing without Kelsey Plum (lower leg) during Thursday's matchup, Atkins played a season-low 14 minutes as Los Angeles fell behind early against the Tempo. Despite Thursday's lackluster performance, Atkins could be in line for an increased backcourt role in the near future since Plum is expected to miss several weeks.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well in win Atkins ended Sunday's 98-97 win over the Liberty with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 26 minutes.

Impact Atkins reached double figures for the first time since June 5 during Sunday's win. She remains an average fantasy asset with averages of 8.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.7 steals in 26.4 minutes per contest.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Shooting woes continue Atkins finished with six points (3-11 FG, 0-7 3Pt), two assists and one steal over 21 minutes during Monday's 78-58 loss to Golden State.

Impact Atkins continues to struggle to acclimate to her new surroundings with Los Angeles, and she's seeing less usage than she did a year ago with Chicago. Over 12 appearances in 2026, the 29-year-old guard has averaged 8.8 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.8 steals in 26.3 minutes per game while shooting a career-low 33.6 percent from the field.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Ionescu scores 20 points and Liberty avoid record collapse to hold off Sparks

Valkyries blow most of a 19-point lead before beating the Sparks 84-78

Hamby, Ogwumike lead Sparks past Fire 106-101 after LA trades Plum to Phoenix

Alyssa Thomas has her 20th triple-double in the regular season as the Mercury edge the Sparks 86-82

Nneka Ogwumike has a double-double to lead the Sparks past the Sky, 102-87

Sparks spoil Caitlin Clark's return, beating the Fever 106-92