Candice Parker is a professional basketball player known for her exceptional skills on the court. Born on April 19, 1986, in St. Louis, Missouri, she played college basketball at the University of Tennessee, where she won two NCAA championships. Parker was selected first overall in the 2008 WNBA Draft by the Los Angeles Sparks. Throughout her career, Parker has earned numerous accolades, including multiple WNBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards and All-Star selections. She is recognized for her versatility as a forward and center, contributing significantly to her teams' successes. In addition to her WNBA career, Parker has also represented the United States in international competitions, winning gold medals in the Olympics.