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A'ja Wilson's 25 points, 15 rebounds and 5 blocks lead the Aces past the Sparks 79-69

A’ja Wilson had 25 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks, Jackie Young added 16 points and nine assists, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Los Angeles Sparks 79-69

12 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Helped to locker room in loss Burrell was helped off the court after suffering an apparent right ankle injury in the finals seconds of Tuesday's 79-69 loss to the Aces, during which she posted 22 points (8-14 F...

Impact With Kelsey Plum (ankle) sidelined, Burrell got the starting nod for a third straight game and dropped a career-high 22 points. However, the 25-year-old guard seemingly turned her right ankle just before the final buzzer and had to be helped off the court. Her status will be worth monitoring ahead of Friday's game against the Wings.

12 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Co-leads Sparks with 16 points Burrell registered 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block over 27 minutes during the Sparks' 84-81 loss to the Sun on Saturday.

Impact Burrell logged just five points in Friday's win over the Mystics, but she had a better scoring effort in Saturday's loss, co-leading the Sparks in scoring with Ariel Atkins. Burrell has started in each of Los Angeles' last two games and should remain in the starting five for as long as Kelsey Plum (ankle) is out of action.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Morrow has 17 points and 14 rebounds, Sun beats Sparks 84-81 to snap a 3-game skid

Aneesah Morrow had 17 points and 14 rebounds, her fourth consecutive game with a double-double, and the Connecticut Sun beat the Los Angeles Sparks 84-81

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Little impact in spot start Burrell chipped in four points (2-8 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 32 minutes during Friday's 92-87 win over the Mystics.

Impact After coming off the bench in the Sparks' two prior games, Burrell was inserted into the starting lineup for Friday's contest due to the absence of Kelsey Plum (ankle). Burrell struggled from the field, connecting on just two of eight field goals while failing to make any of her attempts from beyond the arc. Plum is expected to be sidelined for at least a week due to her injury, so Burrell will operate in an increased role for as long as the former is out of action.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Plum Burrell will be in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Mystics, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact With Kelsey Plum expected to miss at least a week with an ankle sprain, Burrell is set to return to the first unit Friday. Burrell has made four starts already this year, averaging 7.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.8 steals in 27.5 minutes per game as a starter.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kelsey Plum scores 38, Erica Wheeler hits clutch 3-pointer and Sparks defeat Aces 101-95

Kelsey Plum scored a season-high 38 points, Erica Wheeler hit the go-ahead 3-pointer late in the fourth quarter, and the Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Las Vegas Aces 101-95

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Shines in return to bench Burrell notched 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and two assists in 22 minutes during Thursday's 97-88 win over the Mercury.

Impact Burrell performed well in her return to the bench, as Ariel Atkins (concussion) was able to return to the lineup in a starting role. Burrell was one of five Sparks players to hit at least two successful three-pointers. The 25-year-old standout from the University of Tennessee has at least 10 points in three of the past four outings.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Hamby has 27 points, 15 boards to lead Sparks to 97-88 win over Mercury

Dearica Hamby scored 27 points and grabbed 15 rebounds and the Los Angeles Sparks rode a big second quarter to a 97-88 win over the Phoenix Mercury

MAY 22 • Associated Press

Retreating to bench Burrell will come off the bench Thursday against the Mercury, independent journalist Justin Russo reports.

Impact Burrell is averaging 7.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists through her first four games of 2026, all as a starter. She'll be deployed off the bench Thursday with Ariel Atkins (concussion) cleared to return.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sparks get off to fast start, hold off Tempo 99-95 behind Plum's 25 points

Kelsey Plum scored 18 of her 25 points in the second half and the Los Angeles Sparks used a fast start before holding off the Toronto Tempo 99-95 on Friday night for their first wi...

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell lead the Fever past the Sparks, 87-78

Caitlin Clark had 24 points and nine assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points, and the Indiana Fever beat the Los Angeles Sparks 87-78

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Scores five in loss Burrell ended Sunday's 105-78 loss to Las Vegas with five points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes.

Impact Although Burrell handled a starting role during Sunday's regular-season opener, she didn't have enough looks from the floor to make substantial contributions on the scoreboard during the blowout loss. However, she generated some production in other areas to help prop up her fantasy output. The 25-year-old is with the Sparks for a fifth consecutive season to begin her career, and she averaged 7.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 18.4 minutes per game across 28 regular-season appearances (one start) in 2025. She has a starting role over Cameron Brink and Erica Wheeler to begin the 2026 campaign, but Burrell's fantasy upside will be limited while playing alongside Kelsey Plum and Ariel Atkins in the backcourt.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Starting preseason finale Burrell will start Sunday's preseason game against the Fire.

Impact Burrell will get the starting nod in Los Angeles' preseason finale after missing the team's first tune-up game due to an ankle injury. She'll be joined in the first unit by Kelsey Plum, Ariel Atkins, Dearica Hamby and Nneka Ogwumike.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report for Sunday Burrell (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report heading into Sunday's preseason game against Portland, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Burrell didn't play in the recent exhibition meeting with Nigeria. However, after it was reported the 25-year-old was a full participant in recent practice sessions, she now has the green light to suit up for the preseason finale. Burrell has spent her entire career with the Sparks, most recently averaging a career-best 7.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists, adding 0.6 steals and 0.2 blocks across 18.4 minutes in 28 games during the 2025 campaign.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fully practices Monday Burrell (ankle) was a full participant in Monday's practice, per independent WNBA writer Justin Russo.

Impact Burrell missed Saturday's preseason opener against Nigeria with an ankle injury, but she's trending in the right direction ahead of the regular season. Her last chance to see exhibition reps arrives Sunday in Portland.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Burrell (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's exhibition game against Nigeria, independent WNBA writer Justin Russo reports.

Impact Burrell is dealing with a left ankle injury and won't suit up in Los Angeles' first exhibition game ahead of the regular season. Her next chance to play before the regular season will come May 3 against Portland.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Re-signs with Sparks Burrell re-signed with the Sparks on Monday.

Impact The terms of the deal have yet to be disclosed, but Burrell will return to the Sparks for her fifth WNBA season, all with the team. The guard is coming off a career year in which she averaged 7.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 18.4 minutes across 28 games (one start). As things stand, Burrell is expected to remain in a key reserve role for the 2026 campaign.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Receives qualifying offer The Sparks extended a reserved qualifying offer to Burrell on Tuesday, Khristina Williams of MSG Network reports.

Impact Burrell has played double-digit minutes per game in each of her first four WNBA seasons, all in Los Angeles. She posted career highs in points (7.5), rebounds (2.3), assists (1.2) and minutes (18.4) per game in 2025. With this move, she'll return to the Sparks, but she'll likely handle a reserve role again.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

A'ja Wilson to Participate in USA National Team's April Training Camp COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (March 31, 2026) — The USA Basketball Women’s National Team announced today that Las Vegas Aces center and four-t...

MARCH 31 • WNBA.COM

A'ja Wilson returns to USA Basketball camp in Phoenix during Final Four week

Two-time Olympic gold medalist A’ja Wilson will take part in a USA Basketball training camp in Phoenix during Final Four week

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Unrivaled injuries take Aliyah Boston, Sonia Citron off of Team USA Team USA announced that Aliyah Boston and Sonia Citron are “no longer available. They have been replaced by Rae Burrell and Monique Billings...

MARCH 5 • USATODAY.COM

US adds Monique Billings and Rae Burrell for FIBA World Cup qualifier in Puerto Rico

Monique Billings and Rae Burrell have been added to the U.S. women’s basketball roster for the FIBA World Cup qualifier next week in Puerto Rico

MARCH 5 • Associated Press

Paige Bueckers goes No. 1 in Unrivaled draft, joins The Breeze

Paige Bueckers was a No. 1 pick for the second time this year, going first to The Breeze in Unrivaled’s draft

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in double figures as starter Burrell posted 10 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 27 minutes during Thursday's 103-75 loss to Las Vegas.

Impact Burrell drew her first start of the year during Thursday's regular-season finale, and she scored in double figures for a third consecutive game. The 25-year-old sustained a knee injury on Opening Night, which forced her to miss 16 games. However, she remained healthy over the second half of the season and consistently saw double-digit minutes off the bench. In total, she averaged 7.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 0.6 steals in 18.4 minutes per game over 28 appearances. Burrell will be a reserved free agent during the offseason, and it's possible that the Sparks will express interest in bringing her back for the 2026 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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