Jackson has always been viewed as someone who can grow into a WNBA star. Her growth this season has affirmed that. The Sparks will need that, too. Kelsey Plum was the big offseason addition. If Cameron Brink can return from injury and be her uniquely talented self, L.A. has something special working.

Rickea Jackson started and played 31 minutes for the Sparks. She totaled 24 points, three rebounds, two assists and one steal. Jackson converted a game-winning field goal as time expired, leading Los Angeles to its fifth consecutive victory. She converted 9-of-15 field goal attempts, 4-of-6 three-point attempts and 2-of-2 free throw attempts.

Rickea Jackson makes a tough shot to give the Sparks a 101-99 victory over the Liberty.

Cameron Brink, drafted 2nd overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft, had her rookie season cut short after tearing her ACL and meniscus in June, but is expected to return to action within the next few games.

Cameron Brink has been cleared to play again after a 13-month recovery from an ACL tear in her left knee NEW YORK — Cameron Brink can see the light at the end of the tunnel. She’s been out for 13 months after tearing the ACL in her left knee in a game at Connecticut in June last season.