Monique Akoa Makani - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Available versus Las Vegas Akoa Makani (thigh) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Aces.

Impact Akoa Makani was listed as probable but now officially has the green light to suit up against Las Vegas. The 25-year-old hasn't been overly productive throughout the 2026 campaign, averaging 7.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.0 steals over 21.9 minutes per contest in nine regular-season appearances.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Tuesday Akoa Makani (thigh) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Aces.

Impact Although Akoa Makani is dealing with a left thigh issue, the probable tag suggests she's expected to play in Las Vegas. She has averaged 5.5 points, 2.8 assists, 1.5 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 21.8 minutes per game over her last four outings.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 18 minutes in win Akoa Makani amassed six points (1-3 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound and three assists in 18 minutes during Sunday's 105-84 victory over Portland.

Impact Akoa Makani returned to the scoring column after going scoreless across 26 minutes against Dallas on Thursday. She has scored six or more points in three of her last four appearances, though she committed a season-high four turnovers Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

After 6 straight losing seasons, the Sparks bet on youth and a $150 million practice facility

The Los Angeles Sparks are focusing on the future as their sixth consecutive losing season nears an end

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Adds six points in win Akoa Makani registered six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one block over 22 minutes during Sunday's 90-74 win over the Storm.

Impact Akoa Makani was efficient with her limited shot attempts, connecting on multiple triples for the first time since July 22, when she dropped 14 points for the Mercury in a win over the Sparks. Across seven outings (one start) with Los Angeles, she has averaged 4.7 points, 1.7 assists and 1.1 rebounds in 17.7 minutes per game.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Rae Burrell scores 12 of her 15 points in 4th as the Sparks beat the Mystics 88-82

Nneka Ogwumike had 24 points, Rae Burrell scored 12 of her 15 points in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Washington Mystics 88-82

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Not starting Friday Akoa Makani won't start Friday's game against Washington.

Impact Rae Burrell is back in the lineup following a one-game absence due to an illness, pushing Akoa Makani back to the second unit. She's averaged 3.8 points and 1.5 assists in 15.3 minutes per tilt over her last four outings off the bench.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in first L.A. start Akoa Makani registered two points (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two steals across 19 minutes during Monday's 78-71 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Akoa Makani made her first start with the Sparks with Rae Burrell unavailable due to illness, but it wasn't a game to remember. She misfired on all of her shots, but the good news is that she recorded two steals after totaling just one in her first four games with the Sparks. She is averaging just 2.4 points per game in five outings since coming over from the Mercury, while averaging just 16.0 minutes per game in one start and four games off the bench.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Burrell Head coach Lynne Roberts said Akoa Makani will start Monday's game against the Dream, David Mendez-Yapkowitz of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact With Rae Burrell (illness) unavailable, Akoa Makani will draw her first start with the Sparks. Over four appearances with Los Angeles, she has averaged 3.8 points, 1.5 assists and 1.0 rebounds in 15.5 minutes per contest.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from extended absence Akoa Makani ended Thursday's 124-88 loss to the Dream with three points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and two assists in 15 minutes.

Impact Akoa Makani was limited in her return from a four-game absence with an ankle injury. Fantasy managers should expect her restrictions to be eased as she becomes further removed from the issue as she settles into her new surroundings with Los Angeles.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Akoa Makani (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Dream.

Impact This will be Akoa Makani's first game back following a five-game absence, so the Sparks may monitor her minutes. Her return could result in less playing time for Emma Cannon.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Akoa Makani (ankle) is probable for Thursday's game versus the Dream.

Impact Akoa Makani is on track to return from a five-game absence Thursday, but it wouldn't be surprising to see her hit with some minutes restrictions. Her return could result in less playing time for Emma Cannon.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Akoa Makani (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Sun, per independent WNBA writer Justin Russo.

Impact Akoa Makani's absence is extending to five consecutive games Tuesday due to an ankle injury. The injury-riddled Sparks should depend more heavily upon Rae Burrell and Ariel Atkins, while Emma Cannon could be worth streaming consideration in deep leagues in a pinch.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Akoa Makani (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus Connecticut.

Impact Akoa Makani has a chance to end a four-game absence Tuesday with an ankle injury. The Sparks may not have to lean as much on Rae Burrell and Ariel Atkins if they're able to get Akoa Makani back into the fray.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Akoa Makani (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Akoa Makani will miss a fourth consecutive contest with a right ankle injury, and her next opportunity to play will come Tuesday in Connecticut. With the 25-year-old guard sidelined, Chance Gray and Kiana Williams are candidates to see an uptick in minutes.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Thursday Akoa Makani (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game versus the Liberty.

Impact Akoa Makani will now miss her third consecutive contest Thursday, meaning her next opportunity to suit up will come Saturday versus Washington. In the meantime, Kiana Williams and Chance Gray are the favorites to see more action.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Akoa Makani (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Akoa Makani will miss a second consecutive contest with a right ankle injury, and her next opportunity to suit up will come Thursday in New York. With the 25-year-old guard unavailable, Kiana Williams and Chance Gray are candidates to see an uptick in playing time.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Phoenix Akoa Makani (ankle) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Akoa Makani didn't play in Sunday's 84-78 loss to Golden State. If that trend continues Tuesday versus the Mercury, Kiana Williams and Chance Gray could remain more involved than usual.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

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

Ruled out for Sunday Akoa Makani (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Valkyries.

Impact With Akoa Makani unavailable, expect more minutes for Chance Gray and Jihyun Park. Akoa Makani's next chance to play will come Tuesday against the Mercury.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Carrying questionable tag Akoa Makani is questionable for Sunday's game against Golden State due to a right ankle injury.

Impact Akoa Makani has made two appearances for the Sparks since being acquired via trade from the Mercury on Aug. 1, and now she's in danger of not playing Sunday due to an ankle problem. Akoa Makani has logged 16 and 19 minutes in her two bench outings with Los Angeles in a loss to Chicago on Wednesday and a win over Minnesota on Thursday, respectively.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks end Minnesota's 10-game winning streak, beating the WNBA-leading Lynx 89-82

Rae Burrell scored 17 points, and Erica Wheeler had four in a game-ending 8-0 run and the Los Angeles Sparks ended Minnesota’s 10-game winning streak, beating the WNBA-leading Lynx...

AUGUST 7 • Associated Press

Could make team debut Wednesday Akoa Makani (not injury related) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against Chicago.

Impact Akoa Makani didn't suit up Sunday after being acquired by Los Angeles, but her omission from the injury report suggests the guard is in line to make her team debut Wednesday. The 25-year-old started in 16 of 19 appearances with Phoenix this season, averaging 9.4 points, 2.5 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 23.4 minutes per tilt. It remains to be seen what role and usage Akoa Makani will have with the Sparks in a backcourt featuring Rae Burrell, Ariel Atkins and Erica Wheeler.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks send Kelsey Plum to Mercury for a 2026 1st-round pick and Monique Akoa Makani

The Los Angeles Sparks have traded All-Star guard Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury for a first-round pick next year, Monique Akoa Makani and a second-round draft choice in 2028

AUGUST 2 • Associated Press

Heading to Los Angeles Akoa Makani, a 2027 first-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick were traded to the Sparks from the Mercury on Sunday in exchange for Kelsey Plum, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Akoa Makani established herself as a productive member of the Mercury's backcourt across her first two seasons, and she'll be on the move ahead of Sunday's trade deadline. Across her first 19 appearances (16 starts) for Phoenix this year, she's averaged 9.4 points, 2.5 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 23.4 minutes per game, and she should have the chance to carve out a role alongside Ariel Atkins in the Sparks' backcourt to close out the season. Given the late-night nature of the trade, it seems unlikely that Akoa Makani will join Los Angeles ahead of Sunday's matchup against Portland.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

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After 6 straight losing seasons, the Sparks bet on youth and a $150 million practice facility

Rae Burrell scores 12 of her 15 points in 4th as the Sparks beat the Mystics 88-82

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

Sparks end Minnesota's 10-game winning streak, beating the WNBA-leading Lynx 89-82

Sparks send Kelsey Plum to Mercury for a 2026 1st-round pick and Monique Akoa Makani