Sparks’ Hamby Sues WNBA, Las Vegas Aces Alleging Discrimination, Retaliation for Being Pregnant

Team USA's Dearica Hamby celebrates during a women's 3x3 basketball semifinal game against Spain at the Summer Olympics in Paris on Aug. 5, 2024. Frank Franklin II/AP Photo

LAS VEGAS— Los Angeles Sparks All-Star Dearica Hamby sued the WNBA and her former team in federal court Monday regarding her treatment from the Las Vegas Aces while pregnant.

Hamby’s lawsuit alleged the Aces discriminated and retaliated against her, leading to her January 2023 trade to the Sparks.