Sky to retire Candace Parker's No. 3 jersey: WNBA legend led Chicago to only championship in franchise history

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Sky to Retire Candace Parker's Jersey This Season: Candace Parker spent just two seasons with the Sky, but left a lasting legacy.

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Candace Parker honored in Los Angeles as Sparks retire two-time WNBA MVP's jersey

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Candace Parker Honored with Sparks Jersey Retirement

Parker’s No. 3 was retired at Crypto.com Arena, marking her as the third Spark honored this way in franchise history.

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Candace Parker spent 13 of her 16 WNBA seasons with the Los Angeles Sparks, winning the 2016 championship and Finals MVP.

Her jersey was raised before a game against the Chicago Sky to celebrate her outstanding contributions to the team.

Parker became the third Sparks player, after Lisa Leslie and Penny Toler, to have her number retired by the franchise.

She is recognized not only for her athletic achievements but also for her leadership and role as a mentor in the league.

No. 3 will hang in the rafters because nobody else can do what Candace Parker has done for the LA Sparks.
— Lisa Leslie, as she introduced Candace Parker during the halftime ceremony.

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