Los Angeles Sparks' Tina Thompson, center, tries to pass the ball as Phoenix Mercury's  Ketia Swanier, left, and Penny Taylor guard during the first half of their WNBA game, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Los Angeles. AP Photo logo AP Photo 30 months ago

Los Angeles Sparks' Tina Thompson, center, tries to pass the ball as Phoenix Mercury's Ketia Swanier, left, and Penny Taylor guard during the first half of their WNBA game, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Los Angeles.