WNBA free agency 2023 got its first major move Saturday afternoon, with Candace Parker announcing via Instagram that she will be signing with the Las Vegas Aces.
Instagram – Candace Parker
Parker is 36 years old, but still has plenty left in the tank. She averaged 13.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 4.5 assists last year at 28.3 minutes per game. The 2x MVP, 7x All-Star, and 2x WNBA Champion will join forces with the reigning champion Aces, which will make one of the greatest starting lineups of all time. Parker, one of the WNBA GOATs, will join fellow MVP A’ja Wilson in the frontcourt, which will seem like an unstoppable duo.
Parker is also a No. 1 draft pick, which means the Aces will be starting FOUR of them (Wilson, Kelsey Plum, Jackie Young). Her veteran presence and championship experience will make the Aces even tougher to beat this upcoming season.
What does this massive signing of Candace Parker mean for the Aces’ repeat chances? On paper, this move looks like it will make the Aces pretty unstoppable. Even before Parker announced her decision to move to Vegas, the Aces were already favorites…
