Caitlin Clark is devastated for Cameron Brink and sends her an emotional message

Suffered an ACL tear against the Connecticut Sun

Clark in action

Clark in actionDoug McSchoolerLAPRESSE

On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Sparks faced a significant setback as forward Cameron Brink suffered an ACL tear, bringing an early end to her promising rookie season. Caitlin Clark, another standout rookie, expressed her sorrow over Brink‘s injury during a press conference on Wednesday, just before her team’s game against the Washington Mystics.

“Obviously devastating,” Clark said.

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Angeles Sparks rookie Cameron Brink carted off court after knee injury

“You don’t want to see anybody deal with any sort of injury, and obviously not one of that magnitude. I know that she’s the type of person that will be able to get through it, and come out stronger, but it just breaks your heart.”

At 22 years old, Brink was the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s WNBA draft, right after Clark. In her short season, Brink was averaging 8.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game.

Brink’s emotional message

The injury occurred during a game against the Connecticut Sun when she slipped while driving to the basket. Following the diagnosis, Brink took to social media to share her thoughts and inform her followers about her condition.

“You never think it will happen to you,” she wrote.

“And despite all the hard work, it does happen sometimes. It’s hard to understand but I know it will only make me stronger.

“I won’t derail and I will continue to love this life – I’m not defined by basketball, but it’s something I love deeply and I will work every day to get back to it. It’s not a goodbye to basketball, it’s just. see you later. I am always very grateful for your thoughts and prayers.

This injury means Brink will miss not only the rest of the WNBA season but also the Paris Olympics this summer, where she was set to compete as part of the USA’s 3×3 basketball team.

VIDEO: Stephen A. Smith’s Latest Message About Caitlin Clark And Racism Involves A Wild Reference To Donald Trump

Caitlin Clark, Stephen A. Smith and Donald Trump.Caitlin Clark, Stephen A. Smith and Donald Trump (Photos via Getty & ESPN)
In a recent episode of First Take, host Stephen A. Smith surprised everyone by discussing the challenges faced by Indiana Fever star player Caitlin Clark. While giving his opinion on the criticism surrounding Clark, Smith mentioned a controversial name. The 56-year-old NBA analyst brought up Donald Trump and discussed how race plays a role in Clark’s controversies.

“There’s a broader issue here that can’t be escaped. And that is this: she is a white young lady. And she’s been a magnet in a way that has benefitted the league in ways that others have not, even though their efforts have been worthy and deserving of being as celebrated, if not even more celebrated…. in the end, if you’re white, you’re bright, you’re right, and as a result, the shine comes your way in the eyes of a lot of people in America.” Smith said.

“You have somebody that’s a presidential candidate. What is his claim to fame? Make America Great Again. What have people interpreted that to mean? Make America White Again… what has that led to? A divide. It is not a divide that is created. It is a divide that is illuminated because it highlights and shows that it’s been in existence all along. And It hasn’t gone anywhere.” Smith added.

Caitlin Clark Racism Controversy

After making her debut in the WNBA, Clark has been involved in numerous controversies on a weekly basis. Recently, her fans have been bringing up her name in discussions about racism, misogyny, and homophobia. During an interview, the 22-year-old Fever player was asked about these topics, and she said that her focus was on basketball. Despite Clark ignoring the fans’ actions, another player, Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington, criticized Clark for ignoring such essential incidents.

“How one can not be bothered by their name being used to justify racism, bigotry, misogyny, xenophobia, homophobia & the intersectionalities of them all is nuts. We all see the sh*t. And We all have a platform. We all have a voice & they all hold weight. Silence is a luxury.” Carrington wrote.

During another interview, Clark revised her statement and expressed her desire to be treated by the fans like other WNBA players.

“People should not be using my name to push those agendas. It’s disappointing. It’s not acceptable. Treating every single woman in this league with the same amount of respect, I think, is just a basic human thing that everybody should do.” Clark said.