WNBA legend Candace Parker is building something beyond basketball, piece by piece, season by season. With her playing days behind her, Parker’s next chapter takes shape in ways that might prove even more impactful than her Hall of Fame career. Now, another significant development in her broadcasting journey will bring her voice to even more fans and moments in the game.
How Will Candace Parker’s Expanded TNT Sports Role Change Basketball Coverage?
Parker began her broadcasting journey with TNT Sports in 2019, but her connection to the network has only grown stronger over the years. On Wednesday, Aug. 13, the network announced she had agreed to a multi-year extension that will significantly expand her on-air presence.
Senior NBA Contributor Joey Mistretta broke the news on X, noting Parker’s clear excitement as she reacted to learning about the extension.
“I’m grateful to keep doing what I love with my TNT Sports family,” Parker said. “Getting to cover the Big East, Big 12, March Madness, and now Unrivaled – it all means a lot. These moments are special, and I don’t take any of it for granted.”
News: Candace Parker and TNT Sports have agreed to a multi-year extension. Parker will have an “expanded role across its basketball portfolio” with TNT Sports.
Quote from Parker:
“I’m grateful to keep doing what I love with my TNT Sports family. Getting to cover the Big EAST,…
— Joey Mistretta (@JoeyMistretta_) August 13, 2025
The new deal adds Big East men’s and women’s basketball as well as Big 12 men’s basketball to her portfolio. This expands beyond her existing work on NBA coverage, the NCAA Tournament, and Unrivaled. For TNT Sports, it’s a strategic move to bring one of basketball’s most respected voices to more fans across multiple platforms.
“Candace is one of the most respected figures in basketball, and we’re excited to expand the ways she connects with fans through a growing number of TNT Sports properties,” the network said in a statement.
Since joining the network, Parker has earned a reputation for insightful, player-first analysis rooted in her own Hall of Fame-caliber career. Whether breaking down an NBA playoff game or previewing a college showdown, her presence adds credibility and perspective that few others can match.
What Makes Parker’s Post-Retirement Influence So Significant?
Parker’s expanded broadcasting role comes just over a year after she officially retired from professional basketball on April 28, 2024, ending one of the most decorated careers in WNBA history. Her résumé speaks for itself: three WNBA championships, two league MVP awards, seven All-Star selections, and a place on the WNBA’s W25 list of greatest and most influential players.
However, Parker has already proven her impact extends far beyond basketball statistics. She’s part of the ownership group for NWSL club Angel City FC and was named President of Women’s Basketball for adidas. Both moves underscore her influence not just in sports media, but in actively shaping the future of women’s sports.
Crowning Ace.
During WNBA All-Star Weekend, we celebrated the illustrious career of @Candace_Parker while looking to the future with her role as the President of adidas Women’s Basketball. #adidasBasketball pic.twitter.com/TS0IyWWf1O
— adidas Basketball (@adidasHoops) July 22, 2024
Now, with TNT Sports expanding her responsibilities, Parker’s voice will reach basketball fans more frequently throughout the year. That means her unique blend of championship experience, sharp basketball IQ, and natural on-screen presence will be featured not just during NBA season, but throughout college basketball’s biggest moments, including the march toward March Madness.
For viewers, this represents more than just another familiar face on their screens. Parker brings the rare combination of elite playing credentials and genuine broadcasting talent that can elevate any game she covers. Her analysis carries weight because she’s been in those pressure moments, made those crucial decisions, and understands what separates good teams from great ones.
