Candace Parker Retires: 3x WNBA Champ, 2x MVP Ends 16-Year Career with Aces

Apr 28, 2024, 07:08 PM

Candace Parker, a prominent figure in women's basketball, has announced her retirement from the WNBA after a distinguished 16-year career. Parker, who played for the Las Vegas Aces, made the announcement on the first day of the team's training camp, following a foot injury last season. Her career highlights include winning three WNBA championships, two WNBA MVP awards, two Olympic gold medals, two NCAA championships, and the 2020 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award. She was also the 2008 WNBA Rookie of the Year and has been named to the WNBA's 25th Anniversary Team. Beyond her playing career, Parker has expressed a desire to pursue WNBA ownership and has already made strides in broadcasting and running her own production company.