Kelsey Plum left Los Angeles Sparks practice on Tuesday after what appeared to be a right lower leg injury suffered during a drill, according to people in the gym. Teammates helped the team’s leading scorer off the floor, and she did not return to the workout. By late Tuesday evening, the Sparks had not released a formal medical update.
According to The New York Times, Plum appeared to injure her right lower leg and was helped off the court by several players. Head coach Lynne Roberts told reporters the injury "looks like an ankle," while emphasizing that the team did not yet have a formal diagnosis. The Times reported that Plum did not return to practice and that the Sparks planned further evaluation.
Practice scene and eyewitness updates
Eyewitness posts and quick social media updates spread within minutes of the incident, and a brief item on For The Win cited a tweet from reporter Justin Russo that showed Plum being helped off the floor. Those firsthand accounts lined up with what coaches later described and served as the first public confirmation that something had gone wrong at practice. Team staff said they would provide an update after Plum underwent imaging and additional exams.
How the injury complicates a breakout season
Plum has opened the season on a tear, leading the WNBA in scoring while logging heavy minutes for Los Angeles. That run has included a 38 point, nine assist performance in the Sparks' recent win over the Las Vegas Aces. Reporting by The New York Times noted that any time away for Plum would force the Sparks to rethink lineups and rotations. With Plum driving so much of the offense, the team could be in for a fast recalibration if she is sidelined for upcoming games.
What’s next for the Sparks
The Sparks have a short stretch of road games coming up, followed by Commissioner’s Cup play back in Los Angeles. Local outlets report that the club will wait on test results before making any roster decisions, per For The Win. Roberts and the medical staff are expected to brief reporters once imaging is complete and they have a clearer diagnosis. Fans should expect an official injury update from the team in the next 24 to 48 hours.
For now, the Sparks appear to be bracing for at least a short term absence while doctors determine the full extent of Plum’s injury. We will track official updates and team statements as they are released.
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