The 2026 Los Angeles Sparks WNBA schedule covers 44 regular-season games from May 10 through September 24, all played at crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for home contests. The Sparks open with a four-game homestand, including a season opener against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces on May 10, and also host Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever on May 13 as part of a strong early home slate. All times listed are Eastern Time (ET) and are subject to change; TV and streaming assignments will be updated when the WNBA releases its broadcast schedule ahead of the season.
2026 Los Angeles Sparks WNBA Season
Head coach Lynne Roberts takes the reins of the Sparks in 2026 after arriving from the University of Utah, where she posted a 162-115 record over nine-plus seasons. The Sparks finished 8-32 in 2024 and used that losing season to retool through free agency and the draft, bringing in a new core around the 2026 WNBA season. Los Angeles tips off May 10 against Las Vegas at home, faces the Indiana Fever three times, and plays four games against both the defending Aces and the Phoenix Mercury throughout the year.
The Sparks play their final regular-season home game before the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup break on August 30, with the schedule resuming September 17 for the final eight games of the year. Los Angeles closes the season hosting the Golden State Valkyries on September 24, with the WNBA Playoffs starting September 27. The Sparks play 22 home games and 22 road games across the 44-game slate.
For the latest roster moves and program news, visit the Los Angeles Sparks official WNBA site.
2026 Los Angeles Sparks WNBA Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Opponent | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 10, 2026 | 3:00 PM | Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 2 | May 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 3 | May 15, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 4 | May 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 5 | May 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 6 | May 23, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 7 | May 29, 2026 | 4:30 PM | @ Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 8 | May 30, 2026 | 3:00 PM | @ Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 9 | Jun 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 10 | Jun 5, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 11 | Jun 7, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Portland Fire | TBD |
| 12 | Jun 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 13 | Jun 13, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 14 | Jun 15, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
| 15 | Jun 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 16 | Jun 21, 2026 | 5:00 PM | New York Liberty | TBD |
| 17 | Jun 25, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 18 | Jun 27, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 19 | Jul 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 20 | Jul 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 21 | Jul 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 22 | Jul 13, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 23 | Jul 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM | @ Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 24 | Jul 17, 2026 | 4:30 PM | @ Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 25 | Jul 19, 2026 | 10:30 AM | @ Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 26 | Jul 22, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 27 | Jul 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM | New York Liberty | TBD |
| 28 | Aug 2, 2026 | 12:30 PM | @ Portland Fire | TBD |
| 29 | Aug 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM | @ Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 30 | Aug 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM | @ Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 31 | Aug 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
| 32 | Aug 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 33 | Aug 13, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ New York Liberty | TBD |
| 34 | Aug 15, 2026 | 4:30 PM | @ Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 35 | Aug 18, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 36 | Aug 20, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 37 | Aug 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 38 | Aug 24, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 39 | Aug 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 40 | Aug 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM | @ Seattle Storm | TBD |
| FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup break – Aug 31 to Sep 16 | ||||
| 41 | Sep 17, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 42 | Sep 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Portland Fire | TBD |
| 43 | Sep 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 44 | Sep 24, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
All times Eastern (ET). TV and streaming assignments are listed as TBD and will be updated when the WNBA releases its broadcast schedule. Times subject to change.
More 2026 WNBA Resources
For a look at all 14 teams across the league this season, see the full WNBA Schedule hub with links to every team’s slate. You can also download schedules for other teams as printable PDFs directly from that page.
When the regular season wraps up September 24, the best teams in the league advance to the postseason. Check out the 2026 WNBA Playoffs schedule for bracket matchups, dates, and TV channel info as the tournament unfolds.
2026 Los Angeles Sparks WNBA FAQ
Who is the Los Angeles Sparks head coach in 2026?
Lynne Roberts is the head coach of the Los Angeles Sparks in 2026. Roberts was hired in November 2024 after spending nine-plus seasons at the University of Utah, where she compiled a 162-115 record and led the Utes to three consecutive NCAA tournament appearances.
How many home games do the Los Angeles Sparks have in 2026?
The Los Angeles Sparks play 22 home games in 2026, all at crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. They open with a four-game homestand in May and close the regular season at home on September 24 against the Golden State Valkyries.
When do the Los Angeles Sparks open the 2026 WNBA season?
The Sparks open the 2026 WNBA regular season on Sunday, May 10, 2026, hosting the defending champion Las Vegas Aces at crypto.com Arena at 3:00 PM ET. It is the first game of a four-game opening homestand for Los Angeles.
When will TV and streaming assignments be released for the 2026 Sparks schedule?
TV and streaming assignments for the 2026 WNBA season are listed as TBD in the current schedule and will be updated when the league releases its broadcast schedule closer to the start of the season. The Sparks schedule on this page will be updated with channel and streaming info once it is available.
When do the Los Angeles Sparks play the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark in 2026?
The Sparks face Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever three times in 2026: at home on May 13 and July 8, and on the road at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on June 27. All three matchups are among the higher-demand home games on the schedule based on early ticket prices.
