The Los Angeles Sparks are one of the founding teams of the WNBA, established in 1997 and based in Los Angeles, California. Competing in the Western Conference, the Sparks have won three WNBA Championships (2001, 2002, 2016), making them one of the most successful franchises in the league. Known for their strong defense and star-studded rosters, the Sparks have featured iconic players like Lisa Leslie, Candace Parker, and Nneka Ogwumike. The team plays its home games at the Crypto.com Arena and has consistently been a powerhouse in the league, with a dedicated and passionate fan base.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Conference | Western |
| Founded | 1997 |
| History | Los Angeles Sparks (1997–present) |
| Arena | Crypto.com Arena |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Team Colors | Purple, Gold, Black |
| President | Vanessa Shay |
| General Manager | Karen Bryant |
| Head Coach | Curt Miller |
| Ownership | Sparks LA Sports, LLC |
| Affiliation(s) | None |
| Championships | 3 (2001, 2002, 2016) |
| Conference Titles | 4 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2016) |
| Division Titles | 5 (2001, 2003, 2006, 2008, 2019) |
| Retired Numbers | 2 (9, 11) |
| Website | www.wnba.com/sparks |
| Year | Position | Points | Manager | Top Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4th | 16 | Penny Toler | Candace Parker |
| 2015 | 4th | 14 | Penny Toler | Candace Parker |
| 2016 | 2nd | 26 | Penny Toler | Nneka Ogwumike |
| 2017 | 2nd | 26 | Penny Toler | Nneka Ogwumike |
| 2018 | 3rd | 19 | Penny Toler | Candace Parker |
| 2019 | 2nd | 22 | Derek Fisher | Nneka Ogwumike |
| 2020 | 3rd | 15 | Derek Fisher | Candace Parker |
| 2021 | 8th | 12 | Derek Fisher | Nneka Ogwumike |
| 2022 | 9th | 13 | Derek Fisher | Nneka Ogwumike |
| 2023 | 7th | 15 | Curt Miller | Nneka Ogwumike |
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