The Los Angeles Sparks' recent momentum has seen them swiftly rise up the WNBA standings in pursuit of their first playoff berth since 2020. After a 6-14 start, the Sparks have won nine of their past 12 games, with immense contributions from Kelsey Plum and Rickea Jackson key to LA's revival under head coach Lynne Roberts.

Starting Friday, the Sparks will face a struggling Dallas (9-24) team three times. The Wings are out of playoff contention but monitoring a big injury of their own. Star rookie Paige Bueckers is day-to-day with a back injury, but the guard is listed as probable for Friday's came.

The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Brink suffered a season-ending ACL injury about one month into her rookie year. Now, she’s returned just in time as the Sparks make a major push for the playoffs, a place they have not been in four years.

Cameron Brink finally made her return to the WNBA after being on the sidelines for more than a year due to an ACL injury. And in just two games played, she already made history. Brink became the fifth-fastest player to reach 39 career blocks, tying legend Candace Parker. They did it in 17 games.

The Sparks are within striking distance of making the WNBA playoffs, but could a new injury woe lessen their chances?

The Los Angeles Sparks and Cameron Brink can be viewed on Youtube TV on Sunday, August 17, 2025 where they will take on the Washington Mystics. Brink's props for the matchup open at 13 pts, 1 assists, and 8 rebounds.

Cameron Brink was dancing and smiling in the pre-game huddle. After 13 months away from the sport she loves, the Los Angeles Sparks forward was back in what coach Lynne Roberts calls “her happy place.

Cameron Brink's comeback from a torn ACL hit a snag Tuesday night as the Los Angeles Sparks lost 105-97 to the New York Liberty.

Cameron Brink returned after 13 months out and sent a clear message:, she’s not satisfied yet. Despite a good defensive impact, the Sparks star says she’s focused on doing better with every game.