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Sparks’ Kelsey Plum Draws Stunning Prediction Ahead of 2026 Season

Sparks’ Kelsey Plum Draws Stunning Prediction Ahead of 2026 Season

Summary

Kelsey Plum, a player for the Los Angeles Sparks, is predicted by ESPN analyst Kendra Andrews to be a top-three MVP candidate for the 2026 WNBA season. Plum had a strong 2025 season with the Sparks, showing she can score and assist well, and the team has improved compared to past years.

Key Facts

  • The Los Angeles Sparks finished the 2025 season with a 21–23 record, improving from previous years but missing the playoffs.
  • Kendra Andrews predicts Kelsey Plum will be a top-three MVP finalist for the 2026 WNBA season.
  • Plum is expected to play as a point guard while keeping her aggressive scoring style.
  • In 2025, Plum averaged 19.5 points, 5.7 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.
  • Plum earned her fourth consecutive All-Star selection in 2025.
  • She set Sparks franchise records for points, assists, and three-pointers in one season.
  • Plum previously played seven seasons for the Las Vegas Aces and won two WNBA titles there.
  • Competing MVP candidates include A'ja Wilson, Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu, and Paige Bueckers, many on stronger championship-contending teams.
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