Candace Parker Leads 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame Class

The Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class, including Candace Parker as one of four players.

“Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers, Candace Parker, Mike D'Antoni headline 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame class The nine inductees will be officially enshrined in Springfield, Massachusetts, in August”

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She was joined by Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Women's Olympic Team.

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The class also included Amar'e Stoudemire and coaches Doc Rivers, Mike D'Antoni and Mark Few.

Parker retired in 2024 after 16 WNBA seasons.

She is the only player to win MVP and Rookie of the Year in the same season.

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She won two NCAA titles at Tennessee and two Olympic gold medals.

The 1996 U.S. Women's Olympic Team enters the Hall on the 30th anniversary of its gold medal.

“PHOENIX -- Candace Parker looked up to Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U”

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Holdsclaw noted the team paved the way for all who followed.

The inductees represented not just individual excellence but transformative impact on the sport.

The class balanced players, coaches, a team, and an official.

Holdsclaw's induction recognizes her groundbreaking role despite career challenges.

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The ceremony spans Springfield and Mohegan Sun.