Delle Donne and Parker join 2026 Basketball Hall of Fame class

Elena Delle Donne and Candace Parker were inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts, on August 16, 2026. Both players highlighted the significance of their basketball journeys during their speeches. Delle Donne honored her sister's strength while reflecting on her own successes, including leading the Washington Mystics to a championship. The class also included the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's basketball team and other notable figures from the sport. Delle Donne's accomplishments feature two MVP awards, while Parker has been recognized as a key player in women's basketball.

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