Chennedy Carter signs Aces training camp deal after Mexico stint

Chennedy Carter, who averaged 17.5 points per game last season, will join the Aces for training camp after playing in Mexico's LNBP.
By Newsroom | Basketball, WNBA |

Chennedy Carter, formerly of the Chicago Sky, has signed a training camp deal with the Aces, a move that follows her WNBA free agency period marked by significant discussion around an incident involving Caitlin Clark.

Carter’s signing with the Aces comes after she spent the recent offseason unsigned by any WNBA team, ultimately joining Adelitas de Chihuahua in Mexico's Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional (LNBP) Femenil in late April 2025. This development occurred despite her documented scoring ability, including leading the Chinese Women's Basketball Association in scoring with 31.4 points per game and averaging 17.5 points per game for the Sky in the previous WNBA season.

Off-Court Focus and On-Court Incident

The period leading up to Carter’s signing with the Mexican league saw increased scrutiny following a flagrant foul she committed on Caitlin Clark during a game between the Sky and the Indiana Fever. While Carter has spoken about the incident, stating it was a "great player" making a play on another "great player" and that she holds no ill will towards Clark, the interaction became a focal point of discussions regarding her WNBA future.

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Carter herself has addressed the controversy, suggesting that "it looks a certain way" and expressing a sentiment of embracing criticism, saying, "I love the hate." This approach, coupled with past reported conduct issues dating back to her time with the Atlanta Dream and the Los Angeles Sparks, has been cited as potential reasons for her lack of WNBA interest.

Career Trajectory

Carter entered the 2025 WNBA offseason as an unrestricted free agent after the Chicago Sky did not extend a qualifying offer. Her talent on the court is underscored by past accolades, including a league MVP award in the Chinese league. Despite this resume, the WNBA landscape appeared to shift, with teams reportedly hesitant to sign her. Her move to Mexico offers a platform to continue her playing career and potentially reset her narrative, while she also remains open to future opportunities within the WNBA.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did Chennedy Carter sign a training camp deal with the Aces?
Chennedy Carter signed a training camp deal with the Las Vegas Aces after her WNBA free agency period. This comes after she played in Mexico's Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional (LNBP) Femenil.
Q: What happened with Chennedy Carter and Caitlin Clark?
During a game, Chennedy Carter committed a flagrant foul on Caitlin Clark. This incident was part of discussions about Carter's WNBA future.
Q: Why was Chennedy Carter not signed by a WNBA team earlier?
Carter was an unrestricted free agent after the Chicago Sky did not offer her a qualifying offer. Reports suggest teams were hesitant to sign her, possibly due to past conduct issues and the recent incident with Clark.
Q: Where did Chennedy Carter play before joining the Aces' training camp?
Before signing with the Aces for training camp, Chennedy Carter played for Adelitas de Chihuahua in Mexico's LNBP Femenil during the recent offseason.
Q: What are Chennedy Carter's past stats?
In the previous WNBA season, Chennedy Carter averaged 17.5 points per game for the Chicago Sky. She also led the Chinese Women's Basketball Association in scoring with 31.4 points per game.