As the Sparks hosted the Minnesota Lynx—last season’s WNBA runners-up—in their home opener, the energy inside the arena matched the buzz outside of it. Kelsey Plum has already delivered one clear message: whether on the court or in the tunnel, she’s here to make an impact.

Napheesa Collier scored 23 points on 10-for-18 shooting, and the Minnesota Lynx pulled away for an 89-75 win over the host Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday evening.

The Las Vegas Aces' decision to move star guard Kelsey Plum to the Los Angeles Sparks via a blockbuster three-team trade in late January dramatically changed not only the WNBA landscape, but also the Sparks' 2025 season outlook.