Cameron Brink Expected to Debut for Sparks After 13-Month ACL Recovery

Cameron Brink, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, is set to make her season debut for the Los Angeles Sparks on July 29 against the Las Vegas Aces after a 13-month recovery from a torn ACL and meniscus in her left knee. Brink suffered the injury during her rookie season, which sidelined her for the remainder of 2024 and caused her to miss the 2024 Paris Olympics. She has been cleared to play and expressed excitement and humility about her return, emphasizing the difficulty of the recovery process. The Sparks, currently fighting to secure a playoff spot, hope Brink's defensive presence—she averaged 2.3 blocks per game before injury—will bolster their defense, which ranks near the bottom of the league despite a recent five-game winning streak. Coach Lynne Roberts encouraged Brink to play with joy and patience as she eases back into competition. The game will mark Brink's first action since June 2024, and she will join teammates like Kelsey Plum to help push the Sparks into the postseason.