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Washington Post
8 hours ago
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- Washington Post
Los Angeles Sparks riding hot start as 2nd half of season is underway
NEW YORK — No team has been playing better since the All-Star break than the Los Angeles Sparks and they've been doing it with a stellar offense. The Sparks won five straight games, including three on the road, before falling at home to Las Vegas on Tuesday night. It's only the third time in the past five years that Los Angeles has won five or more games in a row. The Sparks had a nine-game winning streak in 2020 and a six-game one in 2023.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Sparks star Cameron Brink returns from ACL injury, drains 3-pointer immediately in loss to Aces
More than a year after an ACL tear ruined her rookie season in the WNBA, Cameron Brink finally returned to the court on Tuesday night. Brink made her season debut with the Los Angeles Sparks in their 89-74 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday at Arena, marking her first game action in nearly 13 months. Brink wasn't in the starting lineup on Tuesday, but she received a huge ovation from fans when she checked into the game late in the first quarter. She didn't waste any time, either, and immediately drilled a 3-pointer on her first attempt of the night. That, though, was about all Brink did. She took two other shot attempts from behind the arc and ended up finishing with three rebounds and an assist to go with her five points. The other two came from the free throw line in the fourth quarter. She only played about 13 minutes, too, while easing back into things. Brink first went down with the knee injury during a loss to the Connecticut Sun last June, just 15 games into her WNBA career. The former No. 2 overall pick had to be carried off the floor, and the team quickly confirmed that her ACL was torn. Brink has been sidelined ever since. Brink revealed on Saturday that she had been medically cleared to play again, and she started ramping up her activity quickly ahead of Tuesday's contest. Brink's return, however, wasn't enough to slow down A'ja Wilson and the Aces. Wilson dropped 34 points, 17 of which came in the first quarter alone, to lead them to the dominant 15-point win. She had 10 rebounds and shot 16-of-23 from the field, too. Jackie Young put up her first career triple-double with 18 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. It marked the fifth triple-double across the league this season, and the second in as many days following Skylar Diggins' on Monday night against the Connecticut Sun. Kelsey Plum led the Sparks with 22 points and eight assists in the loss, which snapped a five-game win streak. Rae Burrell put up 17 points and six rebounds off the bench, and Dearica Hamby finished with 15 points. Though it may take a bit for Brink to settle back in, she's at least finally in a spot to play again after a lengthy rehab derailed the start of her career.
USA Today
11 hours ago
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- USA Today
Best of Cameron Brink's WNBA return with Sparks in images
Over a year after Cameron Brink tore her ACL, the No. 2 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft made a highly anticipated return to the court with the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday night. While game against the Las Vegas Aces didn't end in a winning effort for the Sparks and coach Lynne Roberts, the buzz in the arena created plenty of excitement due to the journey back for Brink. Her final line: 5 points, 3 rebounds, 1 block. Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks Cameron Brink returns to the Sparks
Yahoo
11 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Cameron Brink made her first Sparks basket since her 2024 injury count
Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink hadn't played in a basketball game since June 2024 before Tuesday night, and she made her first basket back count in front of the home crowd. As Brink returned to the Sparks from an ACL injury sustained during her rookie season, she nailed a 3-pointer to record her first WNBA points in more than a year against the Las Vegas Aces. Brink has been through quite an ordeal to get back to playing in the WNBA, and hitting a 3-pointer as your first bucket since your injury works as quite the welcome back to basketball. Brink's return is much needed for Los Angeles, as she can finally continue building on the early promise she showed in her brief rookie campaign. You have to love such a big basket for Brink after she's gone through so much to get it. This article originally appeared on For The Win: Cameron Brink made first Sparks basket since 2024 injury count
Time of India
11 hours ago
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- Time of India
NBA legend Magic Johnson shares excitement over Cameron Brink's return ahead of Los Angeles Sparks' match against Las Vegas Aces
Images via Getty Earvin Magic Johnson seems excited about Cameron Brink's return. The former three-time NBA Finals MVP wrote on X about the fiery performance of his team, the LA Sparks. The Los Angeles team has secured five consecutive wins. Moreover, Brink's return adds to the glory. The Sparks star faced a major injury in the 2024 season. She suffered a tear in her ACL. This stopped her from playing the rest of the season last year. Earvin Magic Johnson gets optimistic about the future games of Los Angeles Sparks Los Angeles Sparks co-owner Earvin Magic Johnson seems optimistic about Cameron Brink's return. Ahead of the star player's return, the Los Angeles Sparks made a comeback. Before winning their last five consecutive matches, the team had more losses than wins in their recent matches. Now, the circumstances are all in favor of the team putting up a brilliant performance this year. — MagicJohnson (@MagicJohnson) Posting on X about Brink's return, Johnson wrote, 'My LA Sparks have won five games in a row and now they'll have help from star player Cameron Brink! She will make her sophomore season debut tonight after suffering a season-ending injury last year.' Fans react to Earvin Magic Johnson's post Earvin Magic Johnson's post has garnered significant reactions from the fans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Admirers of both the team and Cameron Brink are excited for their match against the Las Vegas Aces. A fan page of Earvin even analyzed his comment in their own words. What Magic Meant wrote, 'What I meant to say was, 'How about those @LASparks? Five wins in a row, and now Cameron Brink is set to make her big return. After last year's setback, you know she's hungry to put on a show. LA's got the hot hand, the crowd is buzzing, and with Brink back in the mix, it's about to feel like pure Showtime basketball!" Fans believe that there is no downfall for the team now. Debbie Tee wrote, 'Only up from here!' Carlos Wendy's commented, 'great news Magic' Fans are even commenting while en route to the match. SB LVI Champs Definable wrote, 'Actually heading to that game tonight lmao' Image via Magic Johnson/X (Screengrab) How did Cameron Brink get injured? Cameron Brink tore the ACL in her left knee during a match against the Connecticut Sun. Brink slipped while attempting a dive towards the basket during the first quarter itself. The match was on June 18, 2024. The injury put a halt to the player's rookie season. In just 15 games, Brink averaged 7.5 points with 5.3 rebounds. Brink is now making her sophomore debut against the Los Angeles Sparks match against the Las Vegas Aces. FAQs How old is Cameron Brink? Cameron Brink is 23 years old Who is Cameron Brink's partner? Cameron Brink started dating her partner, Ben Felter, on March 10, 2021. The duo got engaged on September 30, 2024 How many times did Earvin Magic Johnson become the NBA Finals MVP? Earvin Magic Johnson became the NBA Finals MVP thrice Also Read: NBA Trade Rumors: Dallas Mavericks Weigh Risky but Ambitious Move for $52.6 Million Los Angeles Lakers Legend to form Big 3 with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
