A debut so dominant, it felt like a warning to the entire league.

🏀 Plum Ignites L.A. Sparks with Record-Breaking Debut

Welcome to Los Angeles, Kelsey Plum. In her very first game in a Sparks jersey, Plum went off for 37 points, along with 6 assists and 5 steals, delivering one of the most explosive debuts in WNBA history.

She didn’t just show up — she made a statement. Her performance helped the Los Angeles Sparks take down the expansion Golden State Valkyries with a commanding 84–67 victory in their season opener.

🔥 A Career-High, A WNBA First

Plum’s stat line didn’t just impress — it rewrote the record books. She became the first player in WNBA history to record 35+ points, 5+ assists, and 5+ steals in a debut.

She shot 11-of-19 from the floor, drilled four 3-pointers, and hit all 11 of her free throws. Her 17-point third quarter blew the game wide open, shifting momentum permanently in the Sparks’ favor.

💪 Support from a Balanced Sparks Squad

While Plum lit up the scoreboard, her teammates backed her with energy and hustle:

• Dearica Hamby notched a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds

• Rickea Jackson added a smooth 13 points

• Azurá Stevens brought defensive intensity with 11 points, 5 boards, 4 steals, and 2 blocks

It wasn’t just a one-woman show — it was a team with rhythm, chemistry, and a whole lot to prove in 2025.

🌟 Setting the Tone for the Season

The Sparks are coming off a rocky stretch — but this? This felt like a rebirth.

Plum’s arrival has brought leadership, fire, and a level of play that instantly raises the bar. If this is her warm-up act, the rest of the WNBA 2025 season better buckle up.

📊 Game Recap at a Glance

• 🏆 Final Score: Sparks 84 – Valkyries 67

• 🔥 Kelsey Plum: 37 PTS, 6 AST, 5 STL

• 💪 Dearica Hamby: 14 PTS, 10 REB

• 🚀 Rickea Jackson: 13 PTS

• 🛡️ Azurá Stevens: 11 PTS, 5 REB, 4 STL, 2 BLK

💬 Final Take

This wasn’t just a great game — it was a message. Kelsey Plum is here, and she’s not waiting for anyone to catch up.

If you're wondering whether this is the start of a new chapter for the Sparks and for Plum’s already-impressive career... the scoreboard says yes.