Sparks Wings injury report: Will Smith and Williams play?
Alanna Smith is doubtful for Sunday's Sparks Wings game with a lower right leg injury, while Kiana Williams is probable despite a right hand issue. The Dallas Wings host the Los Angeles Sparks at 1 p.m. ET on ABC, and Sparks guard Kelsey Plum remains ruled out.
Key Takeaways
- Dallas lists Alanna Smith as doubtful with a lower right leg injury suffered against Chicago.
- Los Angeles lists Kiana Williams as probable with a right hand injury; she sat Friday despite being available.
- Kelsey Plum is ruled out with a lower left leg injury and is expected sidelined until at least late July.
- The Sparks Wings tip off at 1 p.m. ET Sunday on ABC from Arlington, Texas.
The Western Conference clash matters because Dallas (16-8) is chasing a sixth straight win, while Los Angeles (10-14) is looking to bounce back after a road loss. For more odd and viral sports chatter, browse our Bizarre News & Florida Man coverage.
Will Alanna Smith play for the Wings?
According to the final Sparks Wings injury report published by Athlon Sports via Yahoo Sports, Dallas has only one player listed: forward Alanna Smith, who is doubtful.
Smith suffered the lower right leg injury in last Sunday's home win over the Chicago Sky. In that game, Paige Bueckers posted 22 points, six rebounds and 11 assists, while Jessica Shepard added 19 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.
Will Kiana Williams play for the Sparks?
Los Angeles has two players on the report. Guard Kiana Williams is probable and expected to be available despite a right hand injury. The Sparks still sat her in Friday's loss even though she had been listed as available.
Star guard Kelsey Plum is ruled out with a lower left leg injury that has kept her out since June 25. She is expected to remain sidelined until at least late July. Covers.com also notes Plum will miss a ninth straight game.
Nneka Ogwumike led Los Angeles in Friday's loss with 18 points, 12 rebounds and four assists, while Dearica Hamby added 18 points and six rebounds.
How can fans watch the Sparks Wings game today?
Tip-off is set for 1 p.m. ET (12 p.m. CT) on ABC. Covers.com lists the venue as College Park Center in Arlington, Texas. AL.com notes fans can stream via a DIRECTV free trial or an affordable Sling subscription.
Dallas will try to extend its winning streak in a tough home matchup against a Sparks side wrapping up a difficult stretch without Plum.