Kelsey Plum Joins Sparks in Major WNBA Trade

Kelsey Plum, a cornerstone of the Las Vegas Aces' success, has been traded to the Los Angeles Sparks in a significant WNBA offseason move. Plum, drafted first overall in 2017, helped the Aces secure back-to-back championships in 2022 and 2023 and was a three-time All-Star. Her trade was part of a three-team deal that brought Jewell Loyd to the Aces, marking the end of an era for Plum in Las Vegas. Plum expressed her gratitude towards the Aces and their community in a heartfelt farewell, emphasizing the profound impact the city had on her life and career. Despite the bittersweet nature of the trade, the Aces are looking forward to a new chapter with Loyd, while the Sparks aim to build a formidable team with Plum joining rookie stars Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson. Tom Brady, a minority owner of the Aces, acknowledged Plum's contributions and the trade's significance as he continues to support the franchise.