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Candace Parker

American basketball player · United States · On the map · Basketball Players · Born 1986 · age 40

Candace Nicole Parker, nicknamed "Ace", is an American former professional basketball player. Widely regarded as one of the greatest WNBA players of all time, she was selected as the first overall pick in the 2008 WNBA draft by the Los Angeles Sparks.

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2025“I mean, equity is what it’s about in business. For them to be able to have equity at this young of age, I think that that’s power.”In their words13 November 2025Candace Parker praises NIL's impact on women's sports: 'Equity is what it's about' On3 (retrieved 13 November 2025)

“The pace, spacing, physicality, and overall athleticism have all taken major leaps, making the women’s game faster, deeper, and more dynamic than ever.”In their words12 November 2025TV SBNation

“I grew up with two older brothers who excelled at every single thing. And so, their shadows were very large and daunting at times.”In their words12 June 2025Candace Parker says the WNBA helped her come out and be out, in her new book Outsports

“You're gonna live longer than the ball is bouncing, God willing, and so there's a whole lot of life after basketball.”In their words3 June 2025WNBA icon Candace Parker on overcoming challenges, career highlights and her journey beyond the court CBS News

2022Time 100Award2021Associated Press Athlete of the YearAward2013Best WNBA Player ESPY AwardAward2009Best WNBA Player ESPY AwardAward2008Associated Press Athlete of the YearAwardBest Female Athlete ESPY AwardAwardBest Female College Athlete ESPY AwardAwardHonda Sports Award for BasketballAwardJohn R. Wooden AwardAwardWNBA All-Rookie TeamAward2007John R. Wooden AwardAwardSoutheastern Conference Women's Basketball Player of the YearAwardWade TrophyAward1986Born19 April 1986

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
UMMC Ekaterinburg2010-2015
Los Angeles Sparks2008
Tennessee Lady Volunteers basketball2005-2008

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Time 1002022
Associated Press Athlete of the Year2021
Best WNBA Player ESPY Award2013
Best WNBA Player ESPY Award2009
Associated Press Athlete of the Year2008
WNBA All-Rookie Team2008
John R. Wooden Award2008
Best Female Athlete ESPY Award2008
Best Female College Athlete ESPY Award2008
Honda Sports Award for Basketball2008
John R. Wooden Award2007
Wade Trophy2007
Southeastern Conference Women's Basketball Player of the Year2007
List of Women's Basketball Academic All-America Team Members of the Year

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She spent 13 seasons on the Sparks, two seasons with the Chicago Sky, and one season with the Las Vegas Aces, winning a championship with each team. Parker is credited with growing the popularity of women's basketball. She will be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026.

Country
United States
Category
Basketball Players
Type
Basketball Player
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1986 · age 40

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