Slow-Mo Video of Rickea Jackson’s Game-Winner in Sparks-Liberty Is a Must-See originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Rickea Jackson stepped up big time on Friday to help the Los Angeles Sparks prevent a monumental collapse and complete the upset against the reigning WNBA champions, New York Liberty.
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The Sparks led by as many as 15 points after ending the first quarter up 35-20. However, with 23 seconds left on the clock, the Liberty tied things up at 99-all after Sabrina Ionescu hit a tough mid-range jumper.
Jackson, who scored 17 points in the first quarter to get the Sparks rolling, wouldn’t let her efforts go in vain. As time was running out, she asked for the ball from near the basket and powered her way to the rim.
Liberty forward Stephanie Talbot tried her best to make the shot hard for Jackson without fouling her. However, the Sparks rising star made the difficult layup to give the Sparks the 101-99 victory at the buzzer.
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The WNBA, for its part, shared a slow-motion video of the play, further hyping up L.A. fans and several viewers.
“That was a great game! I see you Sparks,” a commenter wrote. Another one said, “She has best player in the league potential.”
“Tough finish,” a fan added.
“Helluva finish to a crazy game,” an X user remarked.
A hyped supporter stated, “Been BALLIN!!”
“She ready!!!” a sixth follower exclaimed.
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Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson (2) celebrates with teammates after scoring the game-winning basket at the buzzer against the New York Liberty.
Rickea Jackson finished with 24 points in the contest, with her game-winner being her only basket in the fourth quarter. Obviously, though, it’s the most important one.
The Sparks improved to 11-14 on the season with the win against the Liberty, putting them at No. 10 in the standings. They remain in contention for the playoffs, as they are just one game behind the Las Vegas Aces for the No. 8 seed.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
