Los Angeles Sparks vs. Dallas Wings: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 13, 2024

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Jul 13, 2024 8:10 AM
The Los Angeles Sparks, struggling with a 9-game road losing streak, head to College Park Center to face the Dallas Wings on Saturday, July 13 at 3:30 PM. Both teams are tied 1-1 in their regular season series, with the Sparks looking to snap their dismal 1-10 road record, while the Wings aim to improve their 3-6 home record.
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Sparks vs Wings statistics

Stat Sparks Wings
Streak L2 L2
Last Ten Games 1-9 2-8
Points Per Game 78.4 81.1
Rebounds Per Game 32.7 34.8
Assists Per Game 20.0 19.7
Blocks Per Game 3.2 4.1
Steals Per Game 6.9 7.4
Field Goal % 42.3 44.2
Three Point % 32.5 31.1
Points Against 85.4 89.7

Dallas Wings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/10/24 @ Phoenix Mercury L 100-84
7/7/24 @ Las Vegas Aces L 104-85
7/5/24 vs Atlanta Dream W 85-82
7/3/24 vs Phoenix Mercury L 104-96
7/1/24 @ Seattle Storm L 95-71

Los Angeles Sparks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/9/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 82-67
7/7/24 vs Phoenix Mercury L 84-78
7/5/24 vs Las Vegas Aces W 98-93 OT
7/2/24 vs Washington Mystics L 82-80
6/28/24 @ Phoenix Mercury L 92-78

Sparks vs Wings predictions

When you watch the Los Angeles Sparks take on the Dallas Wings, keep your eyes peeled for Dearica Hamby. She’s been a powerhouse on the court, averaging 19 points and over 10 rebounds a game. This kind of consistency is what the Sparks desperately need to snap their current road slide. Another player who might just turn the tide is Aari McDonald, whose playmaking skills have been on the rise. Racking up an average of 4 assists per game, McDonald’s ability to set up plays will be crucial for lighting up the scoreboard against Dallas.

Flipping over to the Dallas Wings, Arike Ogunbowale is undoubtedly the one to watch. Scoring an impressive 22.6 points per game, Ogunbowale's offensive prowess makes her a major threat. Combine this with her 5.2 assists per game, and you've got a dynamic leader who not only scores but also enhances the team's overall performance. Don’t overlook Teaira McCowan either; her presence in the paint is notable with an average of 7.4 rebounds per game. This kind of rebounding strength could pose a significant challenge for the Sparks both offensively and defensively.

Given the current momentum and statistics, pinning down a winner is tricky, but the Dallas Wings could have a slight edge. Their scoring capabilities, led by Ogunbowale, might just overpower the Sparks’ faltering road performance, especially with the advantage of playing at home. It's set to be an intense matchup, but Dallas might just grab this one, possibly leveraging their slight home court superiority to eke out a victory.

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Sparks vs Wings game info

Venue College Park Center
Location Arlington, TX
Tip-off Sat 3:30 PM
TV CBS

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