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Sparks hit hard as Kelsey Plum sidelined indefinitely, out at least 10 games
By Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum is out indefinitely with a lower left leg injury. The team said Wednesday that she'll be reevaluated in four weeks, in which she'll miss at least the next 10 games. Plum missed three games with a right ankle sprain she sustained in practice ...
Key takeaway The team said Wednesday that she'll be reevaluated in four weeks, in which she'll miss at least the next 10 games.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The injury to Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum may seem like a distant concern to McAllen residents, but it has a tangible impact on the local sports landscape. With the Rio Grande Valley being a hub for women's basketball talent, many young athletes in the area look up to professionals like Plum as role models. Her absence from the court could be felt in the valley's own basketball community, where girls' and women's teams often follow the careers of WNBA players. As the Sparks navigate the next 10 games without Plum, local coaches and players may be watching closely to see how the team adapts to her absence, potentially gaining insights to apply to their own strategies and training regimens. The valley's own sports programs may also feel the effects of Plum's injury, as it could influence the way local teams approach player safety and injury prevention.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum is out indefinitely with a lower left leg injury. The team said Wednesday that she'll be reevaluated in four weeks, in which she'll miss at least the next 10 games. Plum missed three games with a right ankle sprain she sustained in practice ...
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