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The ownerless LA Sparks and the future of the WNBA
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Jan 6, 2014
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The ownerless LA Sparks and the future of the WNBA
With the WNBA taking over the Los Angeles Sparks while they search for new ownership, some questions remain whether or not there is enough national interest in women's basketball to sustain the league.
Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks drives the ball during Game Two of the WNBA semifinal playoffs against the Phoenix Mercury at US Airways Center on Sept. 21, 2013 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Candace Parker #3 of the Los Angeles Sparks drives the ball during Game Two of the WNBA semifinal playoffs against the Phoenix Mercury at US Airways Center on Sept. 21, 2013 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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With the WNBA taking over the Los Angeles Sparks while they search for new ownership, some questions remain whether or not there is enough national interest in women's basketball to sustain the league.

With the WNBA taking over the Los Angeles Sparks while they search for new ownership, some questions remain whether or not there is enough national interest in women's basketball to sustain the league.

Fran Harris joins us to discuss the health of these franchises and what this move means long-term for the WNBA.