Los Angeles Sparks re-sign Candace Parker

Q&A with Candace Parker: The WNBA star on her offseason activities, the Sparks and more

From the team:

The Los Angeles Sparks have re-signed two-time WNBA MVP Candace Parker, executive vice president and general manager Penny Toler announced today. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“Having Candace back in a Sparks uniform is very exciting for everyone, as she is one of the top basketball talents in the world,” said Sparks head coach Brian Agler. “Candace was a huge impact on the Sparks turnaround in 2015. She works very hard at the game of basketball and is very influential within our team dynamics. Candace is the most versatile player in the WNBA and I am confident Candace will continue to grow due to her love of the game and incredible work ethic.”

Parker returns to Los Angeles for her ninth season, having played her entire WNBA career with the Sparks. The 6-4 forward owns career averages of 17.8 points, 9.1 rebounds and 3.6 assists over 195 games played (192 starts) with the Sparks. Last season, despite resting the first 17 games, she averaged a double-double with 19.4 points and 10.1 rebounds in 16 games played (all starts).

 

The Sparks’ historic 20th season will tip-off in May 2016.