Los Angeles Sparks Karlie Samuelson (44) celebrates after a point...

Los Angeles Sparks Karlie Samuelson (44) celebrates after a point during the first half of a WNBA basketball game against the Phoenix Mercury in Los Angeles, Friday, May 19, 2023. Credit: AP/Ashley Landis

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Sparks re-signed guard Karlie Samuelson to a contract for the remainder of the season on Tuesday.

She is averaging 9.8 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists while starting once in five games this season. Her 59% shooting from 3-point range ranks second in the WNBA.

Samuelson was signed by the team to a hardship contract on May 18. She played with Phoenix last season on a hardship deal.

The 28-year-old guard has also played for Seattle and Dallas during her career.

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