Christmas is a time for joy, love, and apparently… ACL wishes? Los Angeles Sparks star Cameron Brink decided to spice up her Instagram feed by dropping some glam bombshells and a side of relatable sports-star humor. In her Monday night post, the 22-year-old former Stanford sensation posed in a stunning black turtleneck and fur-laden skirt, captioning her images with a festive plea:
“All I want for Christmas is a healthy knee😇”
Now, if that’s not the most relatable athlete Christmas wish, what is? Forget world peace—Brink just wants her ACL back in working order. Naturally, her fiancé Ben Felter and fellow WNBA star Angel Reese couldn’t resist chiming in on the post.
Angel, known for her unapologetically bold energy, went soft and sweet in the comments, dropping four heart-eyed emojis:
“😍😍😍😍”
Meanwhile, Ben Felter went full fiancé mode, gushing over his future bride in a two-word reaction that dripped with admiration:
“Gahd damnnn 😍”
Honestly, same, Ben. Same.
But behind the glitz and glam of her post lies the reality of a grueling recovery. Cameron Brink has been sidelined since June 18 after suffering a devastating ACL injury during the Sparks’ 79-70 loss to the Connecticut Sun. The injury not only ended her WNBA season but also put her upcoming 3×3 debut on hold.
No Brink in the 3×3 Armor Yet
The highly-anticipated “Unrivaled” 3×3 women’s basketball league is set to kick off on January 17, 2025. Founded by WNBA powerhouses Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, the league has generated buzz with its unique format and lineup of top-tier talent.
Cameron Brink was poised to make her mark with the Lunar Owls, the team that inked her to a multi-year deal just last week. Unfortunately, fans will have to wait a little longer to see her grace the 3×3 court. Reports suggest Brink’s debut for the franchise will now take place in the league’s second season, as her ACL rehab continues.
But here’s the twist: despite her extended injury layoff, the Lunar Owls showed unwavering faith in her by offering a wildcard spot and a long-term deal. A risky move? Perhaps. But who wouldn’t bet on a player of Brink’s caliber returning stronger, shinier, and sassier than ever?
From Paris to the Pines
This isn’t Brink’s first dance with disappointment, though. Earlier this year, she missed a golden opportunity to play for Team USA’s 3×3 women’s basketball squad at the 2024 Paris Olympics due to—you guessed it—her stubborn ACL. If her Instagram caption is anything to go by, Cameron’s knee has clearly overstayed its welcome on the injury list.
While fans hold their breath for her return, Brink remains a quintessential team player off the court, supporting her teammates and dazzling social media with her effortless charm. Judging by her recent post, she’s handling rehab with humor, style, and the kind of resilience that only the best in the game possess.
So here’s wishing Cameron Brink a speedy recovery and, of course, a healthy knee for Christmas. And hey, if Santa’s running low on ACLs, maybe he can throw in a championship ring while he’s at it.
