The New York Liberty decisively defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 103-68 in their first game back after the Olympic break, with Breanna Stewart scoring 27 points and Sabrina Ionescu adding 18 points and six assists. The Liberty established an early lead with a 10-0 run and maintained a dominant performance, leading by as much as 40 points during the game. This victory marks the third time New York has won by 35 points or more this season, setting a new WNBA record for such victories. The Sparks struggled offensively, scoring just 10 points in the first quarter and finishing with their second-lowest point total of the season, with Rae Burrell leading them with 15 points. Despite the setback, Sparks coach Curt Miller remains optimistic about future opportunities for his players amid injury challenges. The game highlighted the Liberty's star power and efficiency, as they shot significantly better than the Sparks throughout the match.