Los Angeles Sparks guard Kelsey Plum is joining Amazon Prime Video's WNBA broadcasts as a player contributor, making appearances in studio throughout the season. The announcement was made on Thursday.
Prime Video's New Addition
Plum, the No. 1 pick in the 2017 draft, will help highlight key storylines around the league and provide insight from a current player's perspective. Prime studios are located in Los Angeles.
“Kelsey’s had a standout career in the WNBA and is a dynamic presence in women’s basketball,” said Amina Hussein, head of on-air talent and development for Prime Video Sports. “We’re building something special with WNBA on Prime, and her contributions to our broadcast as a current league veteran will add to our goal of delivering fans an authentic, player-driven experience.”
Plum's Excitement
“I’m excited to join Prime Video this WNBA season, as the league has never been more valuable in terms of media deals and viewership,” Plum said. “There’s so much talent and momentum around the league, and I look forward to bringing fans a current player’s perspective while highlighting the personalities and storylines that make the game so special.”
Prime Video's WNBA Coverage
Prime has 30 regular-season games this year, as well as the Commissioner's Cup championship and a first-round playoff series. Amazon Prime Video's slate tips off on Thursday night with a doubleheader featuring Minnesota facing Dallas and New York playing Portland.
Plum's Career Highlights
Plum has won two WNBA championships in back-to-back seasons with the Las Vegas Aces. She is No. 2 on the NCAA's all-time career scoring list after breaking the old mark while at Washington. A four-time All-Star, Plum has also won two Olympic gold medals: one in 3-on-3 at the Tokyo Games and another in 5-on-5 in Paris.
Other Active Players in Broadcasting
Plum is the second active player to sign on as a broadcaster this season. Indiana's Sophie Cunningham will perform a similar role with USA Sports.
