Lisa Leslie is honored with an 11-foot bronze statue unveiled outside Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The monument features a depiction of her historic dunk from 2002, described by outlets as the first in-game dunk in WNBA history. During the ceremony, Leslie delivers remarks on women’s basketball, the impact of sports on young girls, and the challenges she faced during her career.
Reports also note that the unveiling takes place alongside an LA Sparks game. The Times of India says the evening includes a 105–84 Sparks win over the Portland Fire. Across the coverage, the emphasis is on Leslie’s broader legacy in the WNBA and her message that basketball can help inspire participation and confront skepticism about women’s sports.
While NDTV focuses primarily on Leslie’s speech and themes, Times of India adds details about the statue’s portrayal and the context of the Sparks’ win during the event.
