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Think the Sparks have underachieved since drafting Candace Parker? You're not the only one. The L.A. star is her own worst critic, but knows the team is on to something special if the Sparks can just work out their roles.

Why do Brittney Griner's dunks make some people so uncomfortable -- and nasty? We talk to prominent players and coaches like Lisa Leslie and Geno Auriemma to find out what the big deal is.

A fourth torn ACL isn't enough to discourage Jacki Gemelos' ambitions.

USC senior guard Jacki Gemelos, once the top high school recruit in the country and a nominee for the Naismith Award as women's college basketball's best player, has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee.

Candace Parker seems to be able to handle anything thrown her way.

Los Angeles Sparks forward Candace Parker was ejected for arguing with the referees at the end of the Sparks' 84-79 loss to the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday night at Staples Center.

Sparks GM Penny Toler reflects on her participation in the WNBA's inaugural game 15 years ago.

Candace Parker didn't bother exchanging many words with Maya Moore. Instead, the Sparks' star showed the Lynx rookie what playing in the WNBA -- and overcoming obstacles along the way -- is all about.

UCLA women's basketball coach Nikki Caldwell won't accept anything less than success.

Kobe Bryant's father Joe Bryant was named an assistant with the Sparks.

Cynthia Cooper, a member of the Hall Of Fame, will have her USC jersey retired.

UCLA players insist John Wooden wouldn't have minded UConn tying his milestone.

Candace Parker, Sparks prepare for life after Lisa Leslie.

The Sparks drafted Oklahoma guard Andrea Riley with the No. 8 pick in the WNBA draft.

After four injury-filled years of waiting to play for USC, Jacki Gemelos is back.

Jerry Buss named executive of the year.