Kate Martin - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

The Sparks made the only Kate Martin decision they could have The Los Angeles Sparks signed Kate Martin to a contract for the rest of the 2026 WNBA season, the appropriate plan for a player who brings a...

5 DAYS AGO • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Kate Martin's contract update is big news for Caitlin Clark's former teammate | Sporting News Martin has earned this.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Sparks Make Smart Move in Signing Kate Martin to Standard Contract The Los Angeles Sparks' decision to sign Kate Martin through the 2026 season makes perfect sense.

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Upgraded to standard deal Martin signed a standard contract with the Sparks on Monday, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact After starting the season on a developmental pact, Martin will no longer face any restrictions on a standard contract. She's appeared in 10 regular-season games so far this season, averaging 2.6 points in 7.7 minutes per tit. The Sparks waived Ta'Niya Latson in a corresponding move.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Martin (coach's decision) is off the injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Storm.

Impact It appears that Martin will be available for Monday's contest. However, there is still a chance she is ruled out before tipoff, as she can only appear in two more regular-season games under her developmental contract.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Saturday Martin (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Saturday's game in Indiana.

Impact Martin will sit out Saturday's contest in an effort to preserve her eligibility while signed to a developmental contract. Her next chance to play will come against the Storm on Monday, July 6.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Martin (coach's decision) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Fever.

Impact It seems initially that Martin will be available off the bench Saturday. However, she's already made 10 of a potential 12 regular-season appearances under her developmental deal, so it would make sense if the Sparks kept her out of action.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Martin is out Thursday against the Tempo due to a coach's decision, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Martin has already made 10 of a possible 12 regular-season appearances under her developmental contract. Saturday's game against the Fever marks her next chance to play.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Left off injury report Martin (coach's decision) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Tempo.

Impact It appears initially that Martin will be available off the bench Thursday, However, she's already made 10 of a possible 12 regular-season appearances under her developmental contract, so it would make sense if the Sparks held her out of action.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto faces Los Angeles after Mabrey's 23-point game

Toronto hosts the Los Angeles Sparks after Marina Mabrey scored 23 points in the Toronto Tempo's 94-87 loss to the Atlanta Dream

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Ruled out Sunday Martin (coach's decision) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Liberty.

Impact Martin logged seven minutes in Wednesday's 99-83 loss to Minnesota before exiting due to a knee injury. While the 26-year-old didn't carry an injury designation ahead of this contest, suggesting she would be available, she has since been ruled out in order to preserve her eligibility as a developmental player.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles Sparks have to immediately make a Kate Martin decision The Los Angeles Sparks will be forced to make a decision about what to do with Kate Martin's contract as soon as this week.

JUNE 21 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Omitted from injury report Martin (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against New York.

Impact Martin exited Wednesday's loss to Minnesota and did not return due to a left knee injury, though she's been cleared to play Sunday. However, the developmental player could still be ruled out ahead of tipoff to preserve her eligibility.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Kate Martin's New Role Could Strengthen Case to Stay With Sparks Kate Martin has played 10 games with the Los Angeles Sparks this season. She's currently on a development contract with the team, which mean...

JUNE 20 • SI.COM

New York plays Los Angeles, seeks 5th straight road win

New York will try to keep its four-game road win streak alive when the Liberty play Los Angeles

JUNE 20 • Associated Press

The writing's already on the wall for Kate Martin's future with the Sparks Kate Martin has already played most of the games she can appear in on a developmental contract, so the Sparks have to make a choice about he...

JUNE 18 • HIGHPOSTHOOPS.COM

Won't return Wednesday Martin (knee) won't return to Wednesday's game versus Minnesota. She went scoreless (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), adding one rebound across seven minutes.

Impact With Kelsey Plum (leg) ruled out, Martin saw some action Wednesday. However, her night ended after only seven minutes of work because of a left knee injury. With Martin ruled out, Chance Gray could see more work the rest of the way.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Natalie Nakase's 'Family' Comment About Kate Martin Comes With Obvious Irony The praise that Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase offered Kate Martin was interesting, given that Golden State released Martin ear...

JUNE 16 • SI.COM

Gabby Williams scores 16 points, Kaila Charles comes off bench for 13, Valkyries top Sparks 78-58

Gabby Williams scored 16 points, Kaila Charles came of the bench to finish with 13 points, eight rebounds and five assists, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Los Angeles Spar...

JUNE 16 • Associated Press

Fades injury report Martin (coach's decision) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Martin isn't listed on the initial injury report but could still be ruled out before tipoff to preserve her eligibility while signed to a developmental pact. The 26-year-old guard has appeared in seven regular-season games thus far, averaging 3.3 points in 7.9 minutes per contest.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Wednesday Martin (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game in Seattle.

Impact After playing in each of Los Angeles' last two games, Martin will sit out Wednesday's contest to preserve her eligibility while signed to a developmental pact. Her next opportunity to play will come Saturday in Phoenix.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Kelsey Plum Hints at Kate Martin's Sparks Future Los Angeles Sparks star Kelsey Plum is keen to see Kate Martin stick around.

JUNE 8 • SI.COM

Chips in two blocks off bench Martin registered five points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one assist and two blocks across eight minutes during Sunday's 89-72 win over Portland.

Impact Martin has now made seven of a possible 12 regular-season appearances under her development contract, so she's running out of available opportunities. The third-year guard has averaged 3.3 points, 0.3 rebounds and 0.3 assists in 7.9 minutes per game this season.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks' Kelsey Plum, Kate Martin show off special on-court connection | Sporting News Los Angeles has a talented roster.

JUNE 8 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

"Love you mucho" - Caitlin Clark Sparks Nostalgia With Kate Martin Throwback Photos On Ex-Iowa Teammate's Birthday Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has never lost contact with her former college teammate, Kate Martin. They still have a strong friendship e...

JUNE 5 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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Toronto faces Los Angeles after Mabrey's 23-point game

New York plays Los Angeles, seeks 5th straight road win

Gabby Williams scores 16 points, Kaila Charles comes off bench for 13, Valkyries top Sparks 78-58