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Congratulations Pouring In For WNBA Legend Candace Parker Sunday originally appeared on The Spun.
This weekend was a special one for WNBA legend Candace Parker as she was officially honored by the team that drafted her following last April’s retirement.
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On Sunday, the LA Sparks lifted her iconic No. 3 into the crypto.com Arena rafters after a memorable 13-year run with the team from 2008-2020.
In that span Parker was a five-time All-Star, two-time MVP, Rookie of the Year and WNBA champion along with numerous other accolades that came to define her storied basketball career.
Fans couldn’t have been prouder of Candace for her well-deserved honor this afternoon.
“Candace Parker has left an indelible mark on the Los Angeles Sparks, not only as one of the greatest players to ever grace the court, but as a true ambassador of our franchise and women’s basketball as a whole,” Magic Johnson said. “Her unparalleled skill, relentless drive, and leadership elevated the Sparks to new heights and set a new standard of greatness. Candace is the best all-around player that has ever played in the WNBA.”
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“Candace Parker’s #3 jersey ascends to the top of crypto.com Arena. A trailblazer, a champion, a legend… CP3’s impact will never be forgotten!” the WNBA shared.
“Candace Parker is STILL the ONLY WNBA player to ever win Rookie of the Year and MVP in the same season 😤” espnW pointed out.
“Candace Parker the greatest of all time. Don’t really care who yall goat is. Candace one of one,” a fan posted.
“Candace Parker is the GOAT 🐐 & I’m so so so happy for those of us who got to witness the Candace Parker Era from college all the way to her pro career!” another person exclaimed. “Thank you for the love & way you handled the game Candace 🥹🔥 that jersey is officially in the rafters! you deserve this joy 3 💐”
February 15, 2020; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Sparks forward Candace Parker during NBA All Star Saturday Night at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images© Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Parker stands tall as the only player in WNBA history to finish her career top-10 all-time in points, rebounds, assists and blocks.
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She deserves all her flowers and more. Congrats, Candace!
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Congratulations Pouring In For WNBA Legend Candace Parker Sunday first appeared on The Spun on Jun 29, 2025
This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
