Lisa Leslie Becomes First Los Angeles Sparks Player Honored with Statue at Star Plaza Outside Crypto.com Arena

In Brief

1. Lisa Leslie became the first Los Angeles Sparks player with a statue at Star Plaza.
2. The statue marks her as the 16th person honored outside Crypto.com Arena.
3. Leslie is recognized as a trailblazer in the WNBA.
4. The statue celebrates her legacy and impact on women’s basketball.

Lisa Leslie, a legendary figure in women's basketball, was honored with a statue at Star Plaza in Los Angeles. This tribute makes her the 16th individual to be immortalized outside the Crypto.com Arena and the first player from the Los Angeles Sparks to receive this recognition.

Known as “The First Lady” of the WNBA, Leslie’s groundbreaking career and contributions to the sport have made her a trailblazer for female athletes. The statue serves as a lasting homage to her impact on the game and the community.

The ceremony highlighted her achievements and celebrated her pivotal role in elevating women’s basketball at both the national and international levels. The statue at Star Plaza joins other sports icons commemorated at the site, underscoring Leslie’s lasting legacy in L.A. sports history.