Candace Parker two-time WNBA MVP announces retirement

All-time women's basketball great Candace Parker announced her retirement on social media Sunday

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Parker, who had initially re-signed with the Aces on Feb. 7 to a one-year deal, said in her Instagram post Sunday that her foot "isn't cooperating."

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Candace Parker two-time WNBA MVP announces retirement

All-time women's basketball great Candace Parker announced her retirement on social media Sunday

Parker, who had initially re-signed with the Aces on Feb. 7 to a one-year deal, said in her Instagram post Sunday that her foot "isn't cooperating."

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