Sparks bolster backcourt, selecting Sarah Ashlee Barker at No. 9 in WNBA draft

Alabama’s Sarah Ashlee Barker was selected ninth overall by the Sparks in the WNBA draft, posing for a photo with WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Following a challenging season, the Sparks traded their No. 2 pick to acquire All-Star Kelsey Plum and prioritized backcourt help in the draft, leading to Barker’s selection. The 23-year-old shooting guard, a two-time All-SEC honoree and standout player, averaged 18.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, setting the stage for a new era of basketball in L.A. as she complements Plum in the revamped roster.

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