Candace Parker praises A’ja Wilson after Hall of Fame speech
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Last updated Aug 16, 2026
At the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony, Candace Parker highlighted A’ja Wilson's achievements as she retired as a WNBA star. Parker's speech marked a significant moment, as Wilson surpassed her in the all-time WNBA scoring rankings. While Wilson earned 32 points in a match against the Minnesota Lynx, she now ranks as the 11th-highest scorer in league history. Parker reflected on their time together on the Las Vegas Aces, stating it was a 'full circle' moment as she acknowledged Wilson's talent and leadership qualities.
- •Candace Parker delivered a keynote speech at the Hall of Fame ceremony.
- •A’ja Wilson scored 32 points against the Minnesota Lynx.
- •Wilson moved to 11th place in the all-time WNBA scoring charts.
- •Parker and Wilson previously played together on the Las Vegas Aces.
- •Parker recognized her time alongside Lisa Leslie and Wilson in her speech.
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I Got to Pass the Torch to a GOAT’ — Candace Parker Weighs In on WNBA’s Greatest of All-Time Debate in HOF Speech
- 9:59 AMYahoo Sports — Candace Parker hails A’ja Wilson in Hall of Fame speech as WNBA ‘GOAT’ breaks her scoring record
"Candace Parker officially took her place among basketball’s immortals Saturday night, joining former WNBA stars Elena Delle Donne and Chamique Holdsclaw, former NBA star Amar’e Stoudemire, coaches Mark Few, Mike D’Antoni and Doc Rivers, and referee Joey Crawford in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The 2008 WNBA MVP and Rookie of the Year used her induction speech to reflect on the legends who shaped her career and the superstar she believes she helped usher into the next generation
"WNBA legend Candace Parker’s speech was one of the highlights of the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony. Parker retired from the WNBA three years ago as a three-time champion, two-time MVP and seven-time All-Star.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 12:27 PM‘I Got to Pass the Torch to a GOAT’ — Candace Parker Weighs In on WNBA’s Greatest of All-Time Debate in HOF Speech
Candace Parker officially took her place among basketball’s immortals Saturday night, joining former WNBA stars Elena Delle Donne and Chamique Holdsclaw, former NBA star Amar’e Stoudemire, coaches Mark Few, Mike D’Antoni and Doc Rivers, and referee Joey Crawford in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The 2008 WNBA MVP and Rookie of the Year used her induction speech to reflect on the legends who shaped her career and the superstar she believes she helped usher into the next generation
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 9:59 AMCandace Parker hails A’ja Wilson in Hall of Fame speech as WNBA ‘GOAT’ breaks her scoring record
WNBA legend Candace Parker’s speech was one of the highlights of the 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame ceremony. Parker retired from the WNBA three years ago as a three-time champion, two-time MVP and seven-time All-Star.
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