Sparks ask 'the world' in Kelsey Plum trade talks

Her contract expires after the 2026 season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 311 min read

What happened: Bleacher Report says interest in Kelsey Plum is growing as clubs assess Los Angeles' price. Plum has said she is not taking the speculation personally.

Why it matters: Limited team control complicates the Sparks' pursuit of a premium return. Holding firm could shift the decision to free agency this winter.

By the numbers: Los Angeles is 10-16 through 26 of 44 games, leaving 18 regular-season contests.

What to watch: The WNBA trade window closes Aug. 2, leaving two days for talks to produce a deal.

Sources

Bleacher Report 2026-07-31T00:04:49.630979+00:00

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