Two basketball legends, Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, made history this past Saturday as they were inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Parker, a three-time WNBA champion and two-time MVP, brought her love for the game to the podium with a basketball in hand, calling it her “love story.” Delle Donne, also a two-time MVP and champion, reflected on her journey, crediting her sister for perspective and even cracking a Larry David joke in her speech. The 2026 class was packed with icons — including the 1996 U.S. Olympic team, Chamique Holdsclaw, Amar’e Stoudemire, and legendary coaches Doc Rivers and Mike D’Antoni. Holdsclaw honored her late coach Pat Summitt, while Mark Few, Joey Crawford, and D’Antoni each shared heartfelt moments about their paths to greatness. This class isn’t just historic — it’s a celebration of resilience, innovation, and unforgettable impact on the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bb02417cb154e79e

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