Kelsey Plum out at least four weeks; trade speculation intensifies after GM firing; potential trade partners named
Key Questions
How long will Kelsey Plum be out?
Kelsey Plum is expected to miss at least four weeks and 10 games due to a lower left leg injury.
Why has trade speculation around Plum intensified?
Speculation grew after the Sparks fired GM Raegan Pebley, who had been making aggressive trade calls involving Plum's expiring contract ahead of the August 2 deadline.
Which teams are named as potential trade partners for Plum?
The Golden State Valkyries and Washington Mystics are identified as potential trade partners.
How is the team adapting without Plum?
The Sparks have found an offensive identity without her but the current losing streak highlights how critical her return is.
What is Plum's All-Star status?
Plum was selected to her fifth All-Star Game despite the injury.
Kelsey Plum (lower left leg) is out at least four weeks, missing at least 10 games. She was selected to her 5th All-Star Game despite injury. Trade speculation has intensified after the Sparks fired GM Raegan Pebley, who was reportedly making aggressive trade calls involving Plum's expiring contract. Interim GMs Knowlton and Nielsen face a decision before the Aug. 2 deadline. The Valkyries and Mystics are named as potential trade partners. Plum remains out. The team is adapting offensively without her, but the losing streak underscores how much they need her return.