Aces’ Injured Veteran Candace Parker Showers Love on Her Forever Fan in Front of 1M People

Many fortnights after bringing glory to Vegas, the Aces are still displaying a deep sense of camaraderie and connection. Leading from the front, captain A’ja Wilson threw her weight behind her injured teammate for her unwavering support. Touched by the champ’s remarks, Candace Parker couldn’t stop herself from sharing a heartfelt message. 

The Las Vegas Aces were a force to be reckoned with in the 2023 WNBA season, with players like A’ja Wilson, Candace Parker, Kelsey Plum, and many more. They were all set to take over the league, but in a disheartening change of events Parker had to be sidelined from the game. She had to undergo surgery for a foot fracture she suffered from in June. But, this didn’t stop the star from being with her team in every match and cheering for them as they won the 2023 WNBA championship. 

The heartwarming bond

A’ja Wilson recently appeared on Showtime Basketball and sat down with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. During the conversation, Jackson highlighted that Candace Parker was the Aces’ biggest cheerleader during the season, even after she got hurt.  

In her response, Wilson said, “When you’re talking about a goat! Candace is my goat and forever will be. It was just truly amazing to be her teammate and I didn’t even want to fangirl because I’m like alright, you, my teammate. We in the locker room together. Like, We’re good, but it was just like, 13-year-old A’ja, like, what? Like you were my screensaver, I went to Tennessee to see your jersey retirement. And now, you’re feeding me information, now, you’re telling me how I could continue to grow this game and it’s funny because when she was trying to figure it out. I texted her, I was like, ‘You know, we could take this league over, right?’ She was like, ‘All right! Let’s see.’ Every single day she was there and we really appreciate her for doing that.” 

Left in awe by this, Candace Parker took to her Instagram handle, to post this on her stories, “You got the keys! HUMBLED to be your teammate. You keep me young.” 

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Wilson’s words showcase that even after not playing, a crucial role was played by Parker to help them win the championship. And it becomes clear that the heartwarming bond between Wilson and Parker serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of their friendship and mentorship. Notably, Parker might be returning for the 2024 WNBA season. 

A possible return

After being sidelined from the second half of the 2023 season, Candace Parker plans to return to the court in the next season.

In an interview with TMZ Sports, she said, “If I’m healthy, I want to play.”

Currently, Parker is in recovery from the surgery she had to undergo. But, for now, she is feeling well. 

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As the 2024 WNBA season approaches, fans will be keeping an eye on Parker, to witness her exceptional performance with her team if she makes a comeback.