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Report: 2-time WNBA MVP Parker joining hometown Sky

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Candace Parker is heading home.

The two-time WNBA MVP has committed to play for her hometown Chicago Sky next season, sources told ESPN's Ramona Shelburne.

Parker, 34, is arguably the top free agent on the market.

The former No. 1 overall pick averaged 14.7 points, 9.7 boards, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.2 blocks over 22 appearances for the Los Angeles Sparks last season. She finished third in MVP voting and was named WNBA Defensive Player of the Year.

Parker has spent the last 13 seasons with the Sparks, earning five All-Star selections during her tenure and winning Finals MVP honors during the club's title run in 2016.

Free agents can officially sign new deals on Feb. 1.

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