The Atlanta Dream secured an important victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, winning 80-62 and improving their record to 11-21. Tina Charles led the Dream with a standout performance, scoring 23 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, marking her 13th double-double of the season. Rhyne Howard contributed 19 points, while Allisha Gray and Naz Hillmon added 12 and 10 points respectively, helping the Dream tie for the final WNBA playoff spot after the Chicago Sky's loss. The Dream started strong, establishing a 25-12 lead by the end of the first quarter, and maintained control throughout the game. The Sparks, who now sit at 7-25, were led by Li Yueru with 14 points but struggled to keep pace with Atlanta's offense. This victory was crucial for the Dream as they ended a three-game losing streak, keeping their playoff hopes alive.