US 1996 Olympic squad, WNBA stars head Hall of Fame picks

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Apr 4, 2026
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WNBA star Candace Parker has been named among the latest inductees to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — WNBA star Candace Parker has been named among the latest inductees to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Katharine Lotze

WNBA star Candace Parker has been named among the latest inductees to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame
Katharine Lotze

The United States' all-conquering 1996 Olympic women's team and stars Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne were named among the latest inductees to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Hall of Fame President John Doleva said the class of 2026, who will be formally enshrined in August, represent "the very best this sport has to offer."

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