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WNBA Injury Report and Predicted Starting Lineup for Los Angeles Sparks vs Washington Mystics: Key Updates as Both Teams Fight to Keep Playoff Dreams Alive

Explore the latest injury report, lineup projections, and what’s at stake in this crucial matchup

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The Los Angeles Sparks and Washington Mystics both suffered huge blows to their playoff ambitions this week. Both the sides who are placed 9th, and 10th respectively are on a multi-game losing streak.

The Washington Mystics are currently on a six-game skid, and their latest defeat was against the Golden State Valkyries. The Chase Center in San Francisco witnessed their side thoroughly dominate the Mystics in the four quarters.

In the end, the Golden State Valkyries registered a 99-62 win on Saturday. Janelle Salaun scored a game-high 20 points. On the Mystics’ side, Sug Sutton scored 17 points, while Sonia Citron managed 11.

With tonight’s 11 point performance, Sonia Citron now holds the @WNBA rookie record for most 10+ point games (35) pic.twitter.com/C4U8zuS11s
— Washington Mystics (@WashMystics) August 31, 2025

The LA Sparks suffered a heartbreaking defeat against the Indiana Fever on Friday. Despite a promising effort, the home side lost to the Fever by 75-76. Azura Stevens scored 17 points for the Sparks. Alliyah Boston contributed 22 points to the victory.

Los Angeles Sparks vs Washington Mystics Game Details

When: Sunday, August 31, 2025
Time: 8:00 pm ET
Venue: crypto.com arena, Los Angeles
TV: Monumental Sports Network
Live Stream: WNBA League Pass

Here’s the full WNBA injury report with critical updates, along with projected starting lineups as Sparks and Mystics face season-shaping consequences.

Los Angeles Sparks vs Washington Mystics WNBA Injury Report

Los Angeles Sparks Injuries

None

Washington Mystics Injuries

Out – Jacy Sheldon
Out – Georgia Amoore

Jacy Sheldon will miss the Sparks clash after suffering an ankle setback, and her absence leaves a significant gap with no return timeline yet.

Georgia Amoore continues steady recovery from a preseason ACL blow, though her extended absence still weighs heavily on the Mystics’ backcourt depth and rotations.