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Kelsey Plum’s 38-Point Night Powers Los Angeles Past Her Former Aces

Her ultra-efficient scoring surge has lifted the Sparks to .500, elevating Plum into early MVP and scoring-leader conversations.

May 23, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10) drives against Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd (24) in the third quarter of their game at Michelob Ultra Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images
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Sep 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum (10) with guard Rae Burrell (12) against the Phoenix Mercury during a WNBA game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Kelsey Plum scored 38 points with nine assists on Saturday, making 12 of 17 shots and 6 of 7 from three to lead the Los Angeles Sparks to a 101-95 win over the Las Vegas Aces.
  • The victory came in Plum’s return to her former home arena after the Aces unveiled a championship banner, and it featured a late go-ahead three from Erica Wheeler and key free throws by Plum and Dearica Hamby.
  • Cameron Brink provided a strong supporting effort for the Sparks with 16 points and 10 rebounds despite a first-quarter nose injury and fouling out late, while A'ja Wilson paced the Aces with 24 points and 15 rebounds.
  • Plum is off to a historically efficient start to the season, averaging roughly mid-20s scoring and about six assists while shooting near 59% from the field and almost 49% from three, a run that has pushed the Sparks to a 3-3 record.
  • Public praise from figures like Magic Johnson and coach Lynne Roberts has amplified Plum’s play, and the stretch could reshape the Sparks’ playoff outlook and Plum’s place in MVP and scoring discussions if she sustains this level.