AP Sports Preview LOS ANGELES (Interstat) — The Portland Fire visit the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in a WNBA matchup that pits two clubs jockeying for position in the early season standings. Portland (6-5) has split its last four games, most recently a 95-77 loss at Golden State on Tuesday. The Fire’s offense has been inconsistent, scoring at least 98 points in four of their six wins but failing to reach 70 points in two of their five losses. Forward Emily Engstler has been a steady contributor, averaging 12.5 points and 5.8 rebounds over her last four games. She posted 12 points and eight rebounds in the defeat to the Valkyries and earlier recorded a 16-point, 10-rebound double-double in a 100-84 win over Indiana on May 30. Los Angeles (4-5) has lost three of its last four, including a 79-69 home loss to Las Vegas on Tuesday. The Sparks have struggled to find defensive consistency, allowing 90 or more points in four of their last six games. Forward Nneka Ogwumike has been the team’s anchor, averaging 14.8 points and 8.0 rebounds over her last five outings. She produced 12 points and 12 rebounds in the loss to the Aces and notched 20 points and 11 rebounds in a 92-87 win at Washington on May 29. The Sparks are 2-2 at home this season, while the Fire are 3-2 on the road. Interstat’s game simulator projects a narrow 95-94 victory for Portland. Following Sunday’s contest, Portland returns home to host Las Vegas on June 11, while Los Angeles visits Seattle on June 10.