Sparks vs Storm Prediction: Preview, Betting Odds, Where to Watch and More - June 17

The Storm and Sparks will play in the Commissioner’s Cup 2025 competition on June 17, 2025. The game will be played at the Crypto.com Arena in LA. This will be their first meeting in the 2025 season, with both sides having contrasting forms at the moment. The Sparks side is struggling to get a win after a few wins, but they have struggled to maintain their winning momentum. The Sparks have a 4-8 record in the league and stand in 10th place in the standings, while the Storm have won six games out of 11 played and stand fifth in the league standings. In this article, we will go through Storm vs Sparks prediction with game preview and players to watch
Talking about the Commissioner’s Cup form, both sides have played five games so far, with the Storm side winning three in that span while the Sparks have won two games. The Storm has a +17 points differential while the LA Sparks have -6 points differential and stand a place below the Storm – at fourth in the standings. Though the chances of advancing to the next round are slim, but both sides will look to better their league form with a win. Check Sparks vs Storm prediction with betting odds, players to watch, and everything you would need to know ahead of the Commissioner’s Cup match-up between Sparks vs Storm.

Sparks vs Storm Match Preview

The Seattle Storm maintained a strong start to the 2025 season with their stars delivering in the games. The side relies on its strong home stay, winning four out of six games there. But the Seattle-based franchise has lost three away games. Their recent loss against the Valkyries ended the team’s three-game win streak. The LA Sparks have struggled in this season, unable to find winning momentum. The Sparks rank 10th in the league while the Storm stands fifth in the league.
Offensively, the Sparks have had better outings and rank fifth with 83.4 points per game. Kelsey Plum scores most of the points and plays a key facilitator for the side. On the other hand, Seattle Storm average 80.6 points per game this season, but the side’s defensive strength allows them to stay in the postseason contention. Their net rating is 1.8, while the Sparks' net rating is -2.7. Check out the Sparks vs Storm match details below:

Sparks vs Storm Prediction: Who will win?

The Seattle Storm have been a very unpredictable side, thus far. They defeated top sides like the Lynx and the Aces, but lost to the same opponents in the league. Interestingly, the Storm had been very consistent against teams ranked below them. So far, the teams with strong front line have managed to outperform the Seattle Storm. The Sparks have also been very inconsistent for the season, making the Storm vs Sparks prediction difficult.
As of now, the sides can be considered as evenly matched, and with Sparks' forward line-up giving them a slight edge in the game. The Sparks also have depth in their squad, which has been clinical in the season compared to the Storm.

Prediction

The Seattle Storm are expected to win the game. As per the prediction, it might be a close game with both sides having strong offensive line-ups. The scoreline is expected to be 83-80 in favor of the Seattle Storm.

Sparks vs Storm Betting Odds

Considering the injury considerations and previous performances from both teams, the Storm vs Spark betting odds are as follows,
• Spread: Storm +3.5
• Moneyline: Sparks -125, Storm +140
• Total Points: Over/Under 161.5 (-110)
It will be a close game depending on the gameplay by the forwards on the court. Kelsey Plum has been a consistent performer and will seek support from her teammates. The Moneyline here means you need to bet $125 on the Sparks to win $100.

Sparks vs Storm Players to Watch

While the Storm and Spark sides have won titles before, their recent form has been worrisome, forcing both franchises to make adjustments in their roster for the 2025 season. The addition of Plum made the LA side stronger, with just three players from last season, the Seattle side is looking for a fresh start. Check out players to watch during the Storm vs Sparks Commissioner’s Cup Game on June 17.

Kelsey Plum (Los Angeles Sparks)

The Sparks have a forward lineup that will receive a huge boost with the possible return of Cameron Brink. The star missed a number of games since her debut season and will look for instant impact against the Storm. But still the Sparks’ offence runs through Kelsey Plum. The 30-year-old guard is leading the side in scoring and assists with hefty 20.9 points per game and 5.6 assists per game. The University of Washington alumna also plays a vital role at the defensive end with 1.7 steals per game.
Kelsey Plum joined the Sparks side in 2025 after being released by the Aces. The three-time All-Star brings in championship experience with 2 WNBA and one Commissioner’s Cup under her belt. Her ability to draw fouls and drive makes her a lethal weapon offensively, while her unmatched knowledge of the game helps her side overcome difficult challenges.

Nneka Ogwumike (Seattle Storm)

Nneka Ogwumike is one of the most experienced players in the WNBA, enjoying her 14th season. The 2016 WNBA champion joined the Storm team in 2024 and quickly became a key member of the side. The 34-year-old forward is still playing at the highest level. Although she is not the leading scorer for the side in the 2025 season, her impact for the Seattle-based franchise is undeniable. She is delivering on both ends of the floor, leading the team in rebounds with an 8.5 average and standing second in scoring with nearly 16 points per game. Looking at the Sparks’ forward lineup, Ogwumike will play a vital role in the game against Dearica Hamby, Azura Stevens, Rickea Jackson and possibly Cameron Brink.
The former Rookie of the Year and 9-time All-Star will look for strong support from the rest of the side, considering the strong opponent. Skyler Diggins and Gabby Williams will also be Seattle’s main players to counter the multi-faceted attack of the Sparks.

Where to Watch Sparks vs Storm

The Storm vs Sparks game is expected to be a one-sided contest with both sides looking to exert their will on their opponent. The disciplined Storm side will be a tough challenge for Spark, providing an entertaining game for the fans. WNBA fans will have a great game experience, still with the quality players on the court. The WNBA has formed multiple partnerships allowing fans to enjoy the live action online. Check out where to watch the Storm vs Sparks WNBA Commissioner’s Cup game live below:

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