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Sparks Star Took Extreme Measures to Expedite Injury Recovery

Sparks Star Took Extreme Measures to Expedite Injury Recovery

Summary

Kelsey Plum, a star player for the Los Angeles Sparks, got hurt with a sprained ankle but worked hard to recover quickly using special treatments like a hyperbaric chamber and red light therapy. She missed three games but is now back to play against the Dallas Wings in an important upcoming match.

Key Facts

  • Kelsey Plum was leading the WNBA in scoring with 26.8 points per game at the start of the 2026 season.
  • She sprained her ankle during practice and was expected to be re-evaluated after one week.
  • Plum used a hyperbaric chamber (a device that increases oxygen to help healing) and red light therapy to speed up recovery.
  • She missed three games, during which the Sparks won 1 and lost 2.
  • Plum will return to play against the Dallas Wings in the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup game.
  • The Sparks have a 4-5 record so far this season, while the Dallas Wings have surprised many by starting 6-3.
  • Cameron Brink, a fellow Sparks player, said Plum is very important to the team’s leadership and performance.
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