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Los Angeles Sparks deal Kelsey Plum to Phoenix Mercury in a blockbuster move
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· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on this trade, readers can refer to The New York Times, which reported on the deal, providing further details on the transaction between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury.
A significant trade has occurred in the women's basketball scene in Los Angeles . The Los Angeles Sparks have made a major move, dealing Kelsey Plum to the Phoenix Mercury. This trade is being described as a blockbuster move, indicating its potential impact on the teams involved.
For more information on this trade, readers can refer to The New York Times, which reported on the deal, providing further details on the transaction between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Phoenix Mercury.
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Category: parks ·
Published: August 2, 2026 ·
Source: The New York Times ·
Reading time: 1 min
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