It seems Cameron Brink, the LA Sparks’ rising star and certified multitasker, doesn’t just dominate on the court—she’s also the queen of heartfelt Instagram tributes. On November 28, Brink took a time-out from her ACL rehab to celebrate her mother, Michelle Brink, with a photo collection that can only be described as an emotional slam dunk.
The birthday lovefest began with an adorable throwback picture of Cameron as a wide-eyed kid, clinging to her mom’s hand on a merry-go-round. Michelle, flashing the kind of radiant smile only moms can muster while being spun in circles, was clearly the MVP of Cameron’s formative years. “Always your little girl,” Cameron captioned the post, reminding us all that no matter how many WNBA contracts or Sports Illustrated covers you land, mom’s still your day-one fan.
But wait, there’s more. Brink didn’t stop at the nostalgia train (or carousel, in this case). She also shared a black-and-white video of her and her mom lip-syncing to Mary J. Blige’s Sweet Thing—a duet so harmoniously cute it could make even the most stoic basketball coach tear up. “Don’t you know you’re my everything?” Cameron wrote, tagging Michelle, aka @mbain1, because moms deserve Instagram clout too.
And just when you thought the celebration was over, Cameron upped the ante on her IG story, calling Michelle the “hottest momma out there.” The accompanying photo could have doubled as an ad for the “genetics lottery.”
Mama Brink: A Baller Before Her Time
For those wondering, Michelle Brink wasn’t just any mom in the bleachers. She was a baller long before Cameron was draining three-pointers. Michelle played for Virginia Tech in her college days, proving that basketball greatness runs in the family. These days, she’s Nike’s marketing guru, which explains Cameron’s drip game. Seriously, can we get this family a reality show already?
From Slam Dunks to Eiffel Towers
2024 has been a whirlwind year for Cameron, one packed with dizzying highs and a few gut-wrenching lows. Drafted by the LA Sparks in April, Brink saw her rookie season cut short after just 15 games thanks to an ACL injury. But not even crutches could stop her hustle. While sidelined, she inked endorsement deals and stunned as part of the SI Swimsuit Issue.
Oh, and let’s not forget that Paris proposal. Yes, folks, Brink’s boyfriend, Ben Felter, managed to pull off a rom-com-worthy engagement under the glittering lights of the City of Love. According to Michelle Brink (because, obviously, moms have the best behind-the-scenes scoop), the whole thing went down during a whirlwind 36-hour trip to Paris, complete with a visit to the U.S. Ambassador and a Balenciaga invite. Casual.
Michelle gushed over her future son-in-law, Ben, on Instagram, sharing, “It started with an invitation from @balenciaga and ended with a beautiful surprise proposal on the terrace of the breathtaking @shangrilaparis.” Cameron’s god-sister, Sydel Curry (yes, that Curry family), chimed in with “Best mama,” because when Michelle Brink posts, even the Currys pay respect.
Back to Business
While Cameron recovers from her ACL injury, Sparks fans are counting down the days until she’s back on the hardwood in 2025. With an 8-32 record haunting the team’s 2024 season, the Sparks desperately need their young star to lead the charge.
Until then, Brink’s Instagram proves she’s not just a baller but also an elite-level daughter, fiancée, and all-around vibe curator. Whether she’s throwing it back to childhood rides or sharing Parisian proposal moments, one thing’s clear: Cameron Brink knows how to make the most of her time off the court.
And let’s be real—if basketball doesn’t work out, she’s got a future as the CEO of wholesome content. Keep shining, Cameron. Mom would definitely approve.