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Candace Parker, 3-time WNBA and 2-time Olympic champion, says 'it's time' to retire

After 16 seasons, two Olympic gold medals and three WNBA championships, Candace Parker announced her retirement from professional basketball on Sunday.
Candace Parker #3 of the Las Vegas Aces is pictured at Michelob Ultra Arena on July 1, 2023 in Las Vegas. Parker announced her retirement on Sunday.

Candace Parker — a three-time WNBA champion, two-time league MVP and two-time Olympic gold medalist — has announced she's retiring from basketball after 16 seasons.

In a on Instagram, Parker said, "I promised I'd never cheat the

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