AdvertisementThe original movie once brought Ogwumike and her three younger sisters together in front of the TV. “We’re experiencing a time in which women’s basketball is catching fire,” Ogwumike said. And having that representation is important.”To the Sparks, there’s no better person than Ogwumike to carry the torch for the WNBA in the blockbuster film. Sparks guard Brittney Sykes marveled at Ogwumike’s ability to balance basketball, advocacy and her first movie role. Although Ogwumike hates it when her teammates call her a “movie star” the guard isn’t holding her applause.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 10, 2021 17:37 UTC