Candace Parker

Candace Nicole Parker, also known as 'Ace', is an American professional basketball player. Born on April 19, 1986, Parker currently plays for the Las Vegas Aces in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). She was drafted as the first overall pick in the 2008 WNBA draft by the Los Angeles Sparks, where she spent 13 seasons before joining the Chicago Sky for two seasons. Parker has won championships with both teams. Known for her versatility, she primarily plays as a forward and center. Prior to her professional career, Parker achieved great success in high school and college, winning numerous awards and leading the University of Tennessee to back-to-back national championships in 2007 and 2008.