What should fans expect if owner Mark Walter also ends up selling the Los Angeles Sparks?

Mark Walter, the controlling owner of the Los Angeles Sparks, is currently embroiled in a financial scandal. Federal investigators are probing him for fraud related to $16 billion in private credit transactions involving his insurance companies. Amidst this legal scrutiny, Walter is considering selling the Los Angeles Lakers, which he owned for less than a year, and his minority stake in Chelsea. However, the Sparks themselves are not being considered for sale, according to sources.

Given Walters' financial difficulties and the Sparks' ongoing struggles, a new owner could potentially bring about positive change. The team has been in a six-year losing streak, with the most recent season resulting in their sixth consecutive loss, leading to their elimination from the playoffs. In addition to the poor performance on the court, the Sparks have recently parted ways with their general manager and traded their star player, Kelsey Plum.

As the WNBA continues to grow and expand, the need for a new, strong leadership is more apparent than ever. Since the team's inception, the Sparks have been one of the original franchises, and there is a strong desire to bring the franchise back to its former glory. Whoever assumes ownership of the Sparks in the upcoming years will have a challenging time, as they will need to address the front office, coaching personnel, draft selections, and the long-standing practice facility project.

However, the opportunity to bring renewed success to one of the WNBA's oldest and most iconic franchises is an enticing prospect for any potential owner.