Aces waive Chennedy Carter, sign Justine Pissott ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Las Vegas Aces have waived guard Chennedy Carter and signed Justine Pissott from the Indiana Fever. Carter, averaging 12.9 points per game, has seen a reduction in her role due to injuries and illness, allowing Jewell Loyd to reclaim the sixth woman position. Pissott brings experience as a shooter, noted for her 42.2 percent three-point shooting during her final collegiate year at Vanderbilt. With the trade deadline approaching on August 2, further roster changes could be on the horizon for the Aces.
- •Aces waived guard Chennedy Carter on July 7, 2026.
- •Carter averaged 12.9 points per game this season.
- •Justine Pissott was signed from the Indiana Fever.
- •Carter's role diminished due to injuries and Loyd's performances.
- •Trade deadline is August 2, 2026.
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Aces make shocking roster decision with trade deadline coming into view
"While the Las Vegas Aces still remain as one of the top teams in the WNBA, that did not stop them from making some modifications to their roster.
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