Rae Burrell - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Los Angeles visits Minnesota following McBride's 37-point game

Minnesota hosts the Los Angeles Sparks after Kayla McBride scored 37 points in the Minnesota Lynx's 104-100 win over the Phoenix Mercury

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Records three steals in loss Burrell finished with 18 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals across 33 minutes in Monday's 101-92 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Burrell had another productive game Monday, reaching double figures in scoring for a third consecutive contest. She also accumulated a season-high three steals while draining all of her free throws for the first time since the 98-97 victory over the Liberty on June 21. With Kelsey Plum (leg) sidelined for at least another couple of weeks, Burrell is expected to remain in the starting lineup, potentially giving her additional opportunities to be more productive than usual on both ends of the floor.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dream beat the Sparks 101-92 behind Angel Reese's WNBA-leading 16th double-double

Angel Reese had 23 points and 13 rebounds for her WNBA-leading 16th double-double of the season, Allisha Gray added 20 points, and the Atlanta Dream beat the Los Angeles Sparks 101...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

How to watch Sparks vs Dream: Live stream WNBA, TV channel The Los Angeles Sparks (10-11) open a four-game road trip on Monday night with a visit to the struggling Atlanta Dream (13-10), who have los...

1 DAY AGO • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Ogwumike leads Los Angeles against Atlanta after 25-point outing

Los Angeles takes on the Atlanta Dream after Nneka Ogwumike scored 25 points in the Sparks' 102-87 win over the Chicago Sky

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Drains four threes in Friday's win Burrell recorded 17 points (6-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-3 FT), one rebound, four assists and two blocks across 33 minutes during Friday's 102-87 victory over the Sky.

Impact Burrell scored 11 of her 17 points in the second half of Friday's game and finished as the team's second-leading scorer behind Nneka Ogwumike (21 points). Much of Burrell's work came from beyond the arc, setting a season high with four triples which was one shy from her career high that she set during the 2024 season. She's connecting on 36.8 percent of her three-point attempts this season and is averaging 12.3 points, 2.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 threes over 27.2 minutes per game.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Sky vs. Los Angeles Sparks | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | July 10, 2026

4 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

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

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Goes for 22 points in win Burrell had 22 points (9-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 106-92 win over Indiana.

Impact Burrell reached the 20-point marker for the third time this season and should continue to see more usage in Kelsey Plum's (lower leg) absence). She's scored in double digits in seven of her past eight appearances, putting up at least 17 points five times during that span.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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...

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Stumbles in rout Burrell chipped in five points (2-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and one steal in 25 minutes during Monday's 82-64 loss to the Storm.

Impact It was a rare down game for Burrell, who had scored at least 11 points in her prior six appearances. She has averaged 11.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 26.5 minutes per contest over 19 games this season and should continue seeing more usage in Kelsey Plum's (lower leg) absence.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Rae Burrell's game-day look puts spotlight on one thing: Legs, legs and more legs | Sporting News Legs were on display.

JULY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Seattle faces Los Angeles on 9-game road slide

Seattle aims to end its nine-game road skid with a victory over Los Angeles

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Performs well as starter Burrell accumulated 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 29 minutes during Thursday's 125-97 loss to the Tempo.

Impact Burrell joined the starting lineup for the second time in the last three games Thursday, and she posted her fifth consecutive double-digit scoring total while also matching her season-high marks in assists and steals. She could continue to draw starts while Kelsey Plum (lower leg) is sidelined, and Burrell has averaged 12.0 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 28.6 minutes per game across nine starts to begin the 2026 campaign.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana faces Los Angeles following Mitchell's 30-point game

Indiana plays the Los Angeles Sparks after Kelsey Mitchell scored 30 points in the Indiana Fever's 111-109 loss to the Phoenix Mercury

JUNE 26 • Associated Press

Scores 19 off bench Burrell finished with 19 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-7 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 26 minutes during Sunday's 98-97 win over the Liberty.

Impact Kelsey Plum was back from a one-game absence which pushed Burrell to the bench, but she still produced a tremendous line. Across 16 games this season, she's averaging 11.6 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 26.3 minutes per game.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nneka Ogwumike hits a buzzer-beating 3 as the Sparks beat the Liberty 98-97

Nneka Ogwumike hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to lift the Los Angeles Sparks to a 98-97 victory over the New York Liberty on Sunday night on the anniversary of the league’s first ga...

JUNE 22 • Associated Press

Headed to bench Burrell will return to the second unit for Sunday's game against the Liberty, WNBA reporter Justin Russo reports.

Impact Kelsey Plum (leg) is back and starting following a one-game absence, so Burrell will return to a reserve role. As a member of the second unit this season, Burrell owns averages of 10.9 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.3 triples per contest.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Sparks in scoring Wednesday Burrell finished with 19 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and three assists across 26 minutes in Wednesday's 99-83 loss to Minnesota.

Impact With Kelsey Plum (leg) sidelined, Burrell moved into the starting lineup. She played well, recording 19 points, her third-highest scoring total of the 2026 campaign, while shooting 50.0 percent from downtown for the second time in her last two regular-season appearances. If Plum remains out moving forward, Burrell is the favorite to remain in the starting lineup and could continue to see an uptick in scoring opportunities.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Miles sets WNBA rookie mark with 24 1st-half points on way 31 in Lynx's win over Sparks

Olivia Miles set a WNBA rookie record with 24 first-half points on her way to a career-high 31 and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Los Angeles Sparks 99-83 on Wednesday night

JUNE 18 • Associated Press

Starting versus Lynx Burrell will start in Wednesday's game versus Minnesota, independent WNBA contributor Justin Russo reports.

Impact With Kelsey Plum (leg) unavailable for this contest, Burrell will move into the starting lineup for the first time since the 79-69 loss to the Aces on June 2. In seven starts during the 2026 campaign, the 25-year-old has averaged 10.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.4 steals and 0.1 blocks across 28.9 minutes.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

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

Has career night Saturday Burrell finished Saturday's 111-102 victory over Phoenix with 24 points (9-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 27 minutes.

Impact After scoring a career-high 22 points in the 79-69 loss to the Aces on June 2, Burrell combined for 17 points in her last three regular-season games heading into this contest. However, she responded by amassing 24 points in the overtime win over the Mercury, surpassing her previous personal best. The 25-year-old is currently having most her productive campaign since entering the WNBA as the No. 9 overall pick in 2022, averaging 10.4 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.5 blocks over 26.7 minutes in 13 regular-season appearances.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Kelsey Plum scores a career-high 43 points in the Sparks' OT win over the Mercury

Kelsey Plum scored a career-high 43 points, offsetting Kahleah Copper’s career-best 41-point effort and the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Phoenix Mercury 111-102 in overtime Saturday...

JUNE 14 • Associated Press

Solid off bench in win Burrell posted 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 25 minutes during Sunday's 89-72 win over the Fire.

Impact Burrell shifted back to the bench Friday against the Wings when Kelsey Plum (ankle) was able to return from injury. Burrell was still a positive contributor, going for at least 10 points for the third time in the past four outings. Whether she is starting, or coming off the bench, she is a solid source of scoring, while adding occasional rebounds, assists and steals for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

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