The Los Angeles Sparks defeated the Seattle Storm by an 84-79 margin in their first preseason game on Saturday. Taking place at Rogers Place, Edmonton, the game had a lot of to and fro between both teams. And amid such hostile conditions for the Sparks, emerged two strategically dominant players – the forward Dearica Hamby and the forward Cameron Brink. Both helped the Sparks sail through the match. This left Hamby to go big on praises for the 22-year-old. Let’s find out what she said.

Brink has been quite popular since her NCAA days at the Stanford Cardinal. This has led her to be the talk of the town. When Hamby was asked about the rookie, her answer gave Brink’s character a story arc.

Dearica Hamby gives an insight into Cameron Brink’s rookie mindset

Hamby was asked about her experience with Brink in the training camp apart from being encouraged to share her views on Brink’s performance against the Seattle Storm. Hamby’s candid answer provided an insight into Brink’s mindset. Further, it gave an inside story of what it takes to be a rookie in the WNBA.

“My job as her vet is to kinda reassure her and give her the confidence and same with the rookie also. I’m in her ear alot and just trying to pour positivity into her. And I think she was really really nervous before the game tonight. But I don’t think it showed. You know she played well and I think getting them kind of monkey off your back that you can play and compete in this league because I think she was kind of nervous about it but I’m proud of her,” Hamby stated.

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Notably, Brink was drafted as the second overall pick in this year’s WNBA draft. She made her debut for the Sparks in this game. She played for 22 minutes and was the second-highest scorer for the Sparks with 11 points. Other than that, she nabbed three rebounds and supported defensively with two blocks. She potted 50% field goals and three-pointers and a cent percent free throws.

One of the eye-catching moments from the game was an exemplary block by Brink while tackling the Storm’s Jade Melbourne. The snippet of the same went viral on the internet and had the fans gushing over Brink’s display. And despite being nervous given that she is still a rookie, Brink put forth a decent performance. On another note, portions of Brink’s great performance go to Hamby, who is kind of a mentor for Brink and has been guiding her lately. The closeness of the duo was confirmed by Brink.

Cameron Brink reveals Hamby’s place in her life

In a recent interview with ‘The Sportin Tribune’ during the training camp, Brink had admitted that she regarded Hamby as her “second mom.” The former Cardinal had revealed, “ I love Dearica, she’s like my second mom already so.” Brink was also extremely excited to share the court with Hamby and was looking forward to it.

With Brink performing exceptionally well, the Sparks will hope that her brilliant performances continue. Meanwhile, Hamby will try her level best to get Brink accustomed to the WNBA level and provide the impetus for her growth.