Sparks’ Kelsey Plum Reveals New Under Armour Shoe With Special Honor
During the Sparks' 89-74 home loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night — Los Angeles' first defeat since July 10 — star guard Kelsey Plum revealed an all-new Under Armour-sponsered shoe.
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Plum debuted her “Engine 21” PE shoes, a special edition Under Armour Breakthru 5 — a neon green and gray design that's inspired by a firefighter’s uniform and dedicated to her brother.
Kelsey Plum’s “Engine 21” PE honors her brother Daniel, aka Bubby, who is a firefighter for the Oceanside Fire Dept! 🫡🚒 @Kelseyplum10
— Sole Retriever (@SoleRetriever) July 30, 2025
This special edition Under Armour Breakthru 5 is inspired by a firefighter’s uniform. 👨🚒🧑🚒 pic.twitter.com/XGRGzTDDOM
The pair, with the word "Bubby" and number "21" enscripted on the back of the left and right side, respectively, honors Plum's brother Daniel — also known as "Bubby" — who is a firefighter for the Oceanside Fire Department, per Sole Retriever.
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The Sparks' star met with her brother following Tuesday night's game and surprised him with an exclusive pair.
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— Ben Geffner (@BenGeffner) July 30, 2025
LA looks for a league-best sixth straight win tonight vs the Aces. pic.twitter.com/f63GoGRm3S
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Despite the loss, Plum still managed to pour in 22 points, five rebounds and eight assists — all while shooting a perfect 10-for-10 from the free throw line.
Plum and the Sparks look to get back in the win column on Friday night in a road matchup against the Seattle Storm.
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