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Los Angeles Sparks Receive Crucial Cameron Brink Update
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Cameron Brink remains on the long road toward recovery. Ever since tearing her left ACL and meniscus during a game against the Connecticut Sun on June 18, 2024, the basketball world has searched for a timeline for her return to a basketball court.

As of Saturday, it appears that return is rapidly approaching. Brink, 23, was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft by the Los Angeles Sparks. While she only played in 15 games during her rookie season prior to her injury, she showed flashes of her potential while averaging 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks in 21.9 minutes per game.

While Brink was ruled out for Saturday's game against the New York Liberty, she reportedly spoke with Ben Pickman, who covers women's basketball for The Athletic, and provided a crucial update on her timeline for return to game action.

Reportedly, Brink said she has been cleared to return to game action, and it's only a matter of time before she returns to the Sparks lineup.

"It’s just getting reps at this point. Just getting back up to speed with everybody," Brink said.

Even though Brink wasn't ready to suit up against the Liberty on Saturday, she was on the court for pregame warmups, getting shots up.

The Sparks went on to defeat the Liberty 101-99 inside Barclays Center. They have now won five consecutive games, currently holding the longest winning streak in the WNBA.

The Sparks hold a record of 11-14, good for tenth place in the WNBA. Brink's return will be a welcome addition to a roster that consists of All-Star point guard, Kelsey Plum, Dearica Hamby, and Rickea Jackson.

Brink's next opportunity to return to game action will be on Tuesday at 10 p.m. EDT on NBA TV, at home, against the Las Vegas Aces.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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