Sparks face backlash after social media users accuse WNBA team of posting ‘thirst traps’

The Los Angeles Sparks came under fire on social media this week for a post that some users claimed sexualized one of the team’s players. 

The Sparks' X page shared a post Tuesday afternoon teasing the team’s game against the Seattle Storm later that evening. 

The post shared a graphic of rookie guard Sarah Ashlee Barker wearing what appeared to be a crop top. 

"Back in front of the home crowd," the post said, adding game details. 

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