“We don’t know the timeline, but she’s at home now getting all the things she needs to get done there. She looks great and I’m incredibly proud of how hard she is working,” said LA Sparks coach Lynne Roberts when asked about her star rookie Cameron Brink. The number 2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft isn’t currently traveling with the team. Fans have been eager to see the 6’4″ center hit the floor this season. And now, a recent update from Brink herself has sent them into a frenzy.

In her debut season with the Sparks, Cameron Brink played just 15 games before suffering a torn ACL. She averaged 21.9 minutes per game, posting 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 blocks, 1.7 assists, and 1.1 steals per outing.

One unforgettable moment came during her WNBA debut against the Seattle Storm, where she delivered a phenomenal block on a 3-foot driving layup attempt by Jade Melbourne in the third quarter. This play electrified the crowd and showcased why she’s drawn comparisons to legends like Lisa Leslie. Brink’s energy, dominating the paint and contributing offensively, has made her a fan favorite from day one.

Brink underwent surgery on her left ACL in July 2024, and fans haven’t seen her in action since. There’s still no official timeline for her return, but recently, the Sparks center had an interesting update to share.

In a recent video shared on Instagram, Cameron Brink sent Sparks fans into a frenzy. The 23-year-old center was seen walking comfortably inside what appeared to be the team’s medical room. The clip was captioned, “me waiting for them to clear me.” Naturally, fans began speculating — could a return be around the corner?

As mentioned earlier, there’s still no official timeline for Cameron Brink’s return — but one thing is clear: the Sparks need her. They started the season strong with a dominant win over the newly formed Golden State Valkyries. But since then, it’s been rough. Losses to the Minnesota Lynx and Phoenix Mercury have exposed some gaps. Luckily, the Sparks now have three straight home games coming up. And if Brink is as close to returning as her Instagram video hinted, fans might just get to see her suit up during this stretch. Fingers crossed!

While Brink continues her rehab and works toward getting back on the court, she hasn’t stopped being a voice for women’s sports. Cam’s impact goes far beyond basketball. She’s been a strong advocate for women’s sports, working with groups like Strong Girls United and supporting the VOICEINSPORT Foundation. Her stance on online hate, especially as players like Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark face intense scrutiny, shows she’s emerging as a true leader, even from the sidelines.

Even off the floor, she’s finding ways to support young and rising athletes. And recently, the Sparks center shared some thoughtful insights on handling online hate–something that’s been making headlines since the new W season tipped off.

Cameron Brink has a message to deal with online hate

Online hate is something every W athlete has had to deal with at some point in their journey. Most recently, there’s even been an investigation launched after allegations that Angel Reese was targeted with racial sl-rs following her run-in with Caitlin Clark.But it’s not just WNBA players—college and even high school athletes face similar issues, even if it’s not always on the same scale. That’s why Cameron Brink had a message for them.

“I don’t know how this will sound, but I would truly say like touch grass,” Brink said. “Like go outside, read a book. As much as it looks like I’m on social media, that is the facade. Like my social media is how I make money. So you don’t see me, if you see me like in a setting with my team, my friends, I’m not on my phone. I try to be on my phone as little as possible, even though I’m not super successful at that.” Even though this might sound rude to some, but the message Brink wants to deliver is loud and clear.

It’s been nearly 11 months since Cameron Brink last suited up on the court, and fans are itching to see her back in action. The Sparks could use her presence too. The thought of a healthy Brink running pick and rolls with Kelsey Plum is exactly what the fans have been craving for. They’ve waited this long–and if it means seeing her return at 100%, they’ll gladly wait a little longer.