LA Sparks Struggle to Win Without Kelsey Plum, Shooting Efficiency Plummets

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LA Sparks Struggle to Win Without Kelsey Plum, Shooting Efficiency Plummets

In the 17 games they have played so far, the Sparks have gone 7-5 with Plum and 1-4 without her. Additionally, their efficiency drops off a cliff in games she misses. With Plum, the Sparks average 90.8ppg on 47.5% shooting from the field and 33.4% from three. Without Plum, Sparks' scoring drops to 84.4ppg on 41.3% and 28.8% shooting.

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