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Cameron Brink made her return to the Los Angeles Sparks after a long recovery from a torn ACL, contributing 5 points in a loss to the Las Vegas Aces. Despite Brink’s limited play due to a minutes restriction, the Sparks and their head coach highlighted her emotional return. A’ja Wilson led the Aces with 34 points, while Kelsey Plum topped the Sparks’ score with 22 points. As the Sparks prepare for their next match against the Minnesota Lynx, they hope Brink’s return strengthens their competitive edge.
Los Angeles – Cameron Brink made her much-anticipated return to the Los Angeles Sparks after recovering from a torn ACL that sidelined her for 13 months. Despite being on a minutes restriction and limited to 15 minutes of play, Brink showcased her skills, scoring 5 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, and recording 1 steal and 1 block during her comeback game against the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday. However, the Sparks suffered a setback, losing to the Aces by a score of 89-74.
A’ja Wilson led the Aces with an outstanding performance, scoring 34 points while also contributing 10 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks. Wilson was particularly dominant in the first quarter, scoring 17 points, helping establish a strong lead for her team. Jackie Young also had an impressive outing, achieving her first career triple-double with 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists. For the Sparks, Kelsey Plum led the scoring with 22 points and 8 assists, but it was not enough to secure the win.
Brink’s return was significant for the Sparks, who had recently been on a league-best five-game winning streak. This streak marked only the third time in the past five years that the team won five consecutive games, and in each of those victories, they scored over 90 points—an unprecedented feat for the franchise. The Sparks’ head coach, Lynne Roberts, reflected on the team’s improvement as they adapted to a more dynamic style of play.
Brink’s teammates provided her with robust support as she made her return to the court, which allowed her to feel comfortable and engaged in the game. After entering the game, Brink reported feeling “in the flow,” clearly eager to contribute to her team’s performance again. Prior to her injury, Brink had been averaging 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks during her rookie season.
As the Sparks look ahead, they will face the Minnesota Lynx in their next game. The Lynx currently sit at first place in the WNBA standings, presenting another competitive challenge for the Sparks. With Brink back on the roster, the team hopes to capitalize on her presence and experience to bolster their performance moving forward.
This game against the Aces was a bittersweet moment for Brink and the Sparks, as they were unable to maintain their winning momentum but were able to witness the return of a key player. Brink’s emotional return has garnered attention, as the Sparks hope her involvement will positively influence the team’s dynamics and potential for success in the coming matches.
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- ESPN: WNBA Game Recap
- Bleacher Report: Cameron Brink Makes WNBA Season Debut
- Yardbarker: A’ja Wilson’s Game Highlights
- Oregon Live: Cameron Brink’s Return After Injury
- Google Scholar: Cameron Brink
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