How to watch Sparks vs. Lynx: TV channel and streaming options for August 6

The Minnesota Lynx (25-6) will host the Los Angeles Sparks (11-18) after winning six straight home games. The matchup tips at 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, August 6, 2026.

How to watch Los Angeles Sparks vs. Minnesota Lynx

Los Angeles vs. Minnesota odds

• Spread: Minnesota -15.5 (-110), Los Angeles +15.5 (-110)
• Favorite Moneyline: Minnesota -1429
• Underdog Moneyline: Los Angeles +800
• Total: 188.5
• Total Over Odds: -110
• Total Under Odds: -110

Injury reports

Lynx

Emma Cechova: Out For Season (Knee),

Chloe Bibby: Out (Personal)

Sparks

No injuries listed

Stats to know

• The Lynx record just 1.6 fewer points per game (92.7) than the Sparks give up (94.3).
• Los Angeles averages 6.2 more points per game (89.6) than Minnesota give up (83.4).
• Olivia Miles puts up 19.7 points, 5.8 assists and 4.7 rebounds per contest.
• Nneka Ogwumike averages 17.2 points, 8.9 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game, while shooting 52.1% from the field (10th in league) and 40.4% from beyond the arc (seventh in WNBA) with 1.5 made treys per contest.

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