Before she even steps back on the hardwood for the Los Angeles Sparks' season opener, Cameron Brink is already making waves. The No. 2 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft dropped a series of jaw-dropping jungle swimsuit photos from her recent Interview Magazine feature, and the internet is absolutely loving it.
Brink, who has battled through two injury-plagued seasons with the Sparks—playing just 34 games due to an ACL tear—is determined to stay healthy for the 2026 campaign. The Stanford standout averages 6.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game when she's on the floor, but her impact off the court is just as powerful.
In her Interview Magazine feature, Brink opened up about the state of women's basketball and the ongoing fight for fair compensation. “It’s still a really young league, and obviously we’re going through our whole battle with the CBA,” she said. “We’re just trying to get paid what we’re worth.” Her comments echo the recent WNBA pay dispute involving Kelsey Plum, highlighting the league's push for equitable salaries.
The photos, which feature Brink posing confidently in a one-piece swimsuit amid lush greenery, created an instant buzz. Fellow WNBA stars rushed to show support, with Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers commenting, “This is amazing.” New York Liberty's Rebecca Allen added “Incredible.” Fans were equally enthusiastic, with one declaring, “Absolutely yes. More of this,” and another calling her “Baddest in the league.”
This isn't Brink's first time turning heads with a swimsuit shoot. Last year, she was featured in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, joining a rookie class that included Olympic freestyle skier Eileen Gu, LPGA star Nelly Korda, and gymnast Suni Lee. In that feature, Brink spoke candidly about the struggle female athletes face balancing femininity and athleticism. “I think it’s always really hard to be a woman in this world, but especially a female athlete,” she told SI Swimsuit. “Am I supposed to look more feminine? Am I supposed to look more athletic? What’s the balance? ... My femininity—I hold that very close to my self-image.”
Brink's latest photos are a celebration of that balance—empowerment, confidence, and unapologetic self-expression. For a player who's had to overcome serious injuries, these moments also serve as a reminder of her resilience and star power beyond the court. As the Sparks prepare for the new season, Brink is proving she's ready to shine in every spotlight.
