An abysmal third quarter from the Sparks saw them blow an 18-point first-half lead before falling to the Mercury, 85-80. Odyssey Sims scored 17 of her 32 points in the first half.

The Sparks are held to just nine points in the third quarter as Phoenix rallies from an 18-point deficit to send L.A. to its third consecutive loss.

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury held on to a nail-biter against the Los Angeles Sparks, winning 89-86 in tense last moments. Mercury Continues to Stay Hot The Mercury continued its offensive power ...

The Sparks have stumbled out of the gates to start the year and are 1-4 in their last five games. Despite that, they're set as slight favorites against the Mercury on Sunday.