Cameron Brink's third season in the WNBA got off to a rocky start, and it's raising some eyebrows about her future with the Los Angeles Sparks. The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 draft came off the bench Sunday against the Las Vegas Aces, logging just eight minutes in a lopsided 105-78 loss at Crypto.com Arena. During that brief stint, Brink went scoreless, grabbing only three rebounds while also racking up three fouls and three turnovers. Her night ended early, with head coach Lynne Roberts pulling her from the game with under seven minutes left in regulation.
That performance has sparked conversation, and Roberts didn't mince words after the game. "We need Cam to produce. We need Cam to bring that defensive energy," she said. "We have so much confidence and belief in her. She's gotta get out on the floor with some confidence and do what she's capable of doing. But we're gonna need her... She's gonna be a big part of our success. Have every bit of belief in her."
It might seem surprising to see a top draft pick with limited minutes, but Roberts hinted at this scenario during training camp. "If we had a game tomorrow, Cameron (Brink) would come off the bench," she said back on April 30. That prediction has held true so far, as Brink has yet to start a game this season.
Brink's journey has been a tough one. She started 15 games as a rookie in 2024, averaging 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and 2.3 blocks per game before a season-ending ACL injury in her left knee cut things short. When she returned for the 2026 season, the former Stanford standout struggled to find her offensive groove through 19 games. She never started, averaging just five points and four rebounds in under 13 minutes per game. Brink scored in double digits only three times and had six games where she committed four or more fouls.
There's still plenty of season left, but if Brink continues to struggle, the Sparks might consider moving the 6-foot-4 forward before the Aug. 2 trade deadline. Teams like Minnesota and Connecticut could be potential suitors, looking to add a young player with defensive upside. For now, all eyes are on Brink to see if she can turn things around and secure her spot in Los Angeles.