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Up next for Sparks: Thursday vs. Phoenix

By Samantha Zuba

Sports
WNBA

The Sparks look to rebound from Wednesday's loss to New York with a win over Phoenix on Thursday

When: 7:30.

Where: Staples Center.

On air: TV: TWC Sportsnet, TWC Deportes.

Records: Sparks 10-13; Mercury 19-3.

Record vs. Mercury: 0-2.

Update: For the third time this season, the Sparks play host to Phoenix, the Western Conference leader, which hasn't lost since June 12. The Mercury clinched a playoff spot with an 89-71 victory over Seattle on Tuesday, which extended their winning streak to 13 games, third-longest in WNBA history. Candace Parker continues to lead the Sparks in scoring at 20 points per game, third best in the league.