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WNBA Results, August 31: Sparks Register Big Win Over Mystics with Hamby’s Double-Double Keeping Playoffs Hopes Alive, Valkyries Climb Sixth Spot Beating Fever’s Deficit Effort

Sunday WNBA recap

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August 31, the WNBA featured crucial games as the LA Sparks edged the Washington Mystics to keep hopes alive, while the Golden State Valkyries boosted credentials by defeating the Indiana Fever.

WNBA Results: LA Sparks 81-78 Washington Mystics

The LA Sparks registered a much-needed win to keep their playoffs hopes alive on Sunday. They began the contest with a strong performance, achieving a 22-11 advantage in the opening period. The Mystics delivered a 20-18 effort during the second quarter.

The visitors narrowed the difference even more by outscoring the Sparks 18 to 15 in the third quarter. They once more surpassed the Los Angeles team in the fourth quarter, yet the Sparks claimed the game with an 81-78 final score.

Rickea making it rain early in LA. ☔️@iamthathooper x @WNBA pic.twitter.com/pbpsiO6o1P
— Los Angeles Sparks (@LASparks) September 1, 2025

Dearica Hamby achieved a double-double consisting of 20 points along with 12 rebounds in her performance. Kelsey Plum also contributed with 18 points for the Sparks. For the Washington Mystics, Kiki Iriafen scored 22 and collected 13 rebounds.

Team	FG	3PT	FT	OREB	DREB	REB	AST	STL	BLK	TO	PF	PTS
Mystics	28-72 (38.9%)	9-23 (39.1%)	13-18 (72.2%)	9	31	40	20	9	3	11	16	78
Sparks	28-70 (40.0%)	10-36 (27.8%)	15-18 (83.3%)	7	33	40	19	6	3	13	18	81

WNBA Results: Golden State Valkyries 75-63 Indiana Fever

The Golden State Valkyries secured a crucial victory on Sunday over the Fever in the contest. They had the perfect start with a 25-14 lead in the first quarter. Likewise, the Valkyries preserved their advantage as they progressed into the second quarter of the game.

The Indiana Fever reduced the deficit with a 16-11 performance in the third quarter. However, the Valkyries finished the contest strongly and secured a 75-63 victory in the end. They have now climbed to the 6th spot, further boosting their post-season credentials.

Illiana Rupert tallied 21 points, while Veronica Burton recorded 13 assists on behalf of Golden State. Aerial Powers scored 17 points, while Kelsey Mitchell contributed 14 for the Indiana Fever team.