The Las Vegas Aces made a quiet but impactful offseason move by signing guard Chennedy Carter, and her early-season performance is proving to be one of the WNBA’s best steals.
At training camp last month, A’ja Wilson reflected on Carter’s arrival, saying,
“I was an opponent against her when she fried us, so it’s pretty cool to have her in the locker room now. She won’t be frying us. She’s actually gonna be frying other people with our jersey on, which I’m very appreciative of.”
Carter’s debut on opening night against the Phoenix Mercury saw her contribute 10 points, 2 assists, and 2 steals in a 99-66 loss. However, it was her performance on Sunday, May 11, 2026, that turned heads. Playing 20 minutes off the bench, she erupted for a team-high 22 points on 9-of-13 shooting in a 105-78 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks.
Chennedy Carter’s explosive night:
• 22 points
• 2 steals
• 9/13 field goals
• 20 minutes played
Carter’s WNBA career peaked in 2024 with the Chicago Sky, where she averaged 17.5 points on 48.7% shooting. Despite her success, she went unsigned in 2025 before joining the defending champion Aces this offseason. She expressed her gratitude for the opportunity, stating after a preseason game,
“We have Olympians on our team. We have some of the greatest players and scorers in the world. Just being able to play with them — it’s honestly an honor. I look up to them. They have embraced me, and they’ve made me feel comfortable, and they’re helping me grow and elevate.”
The Aces’ depth was on full display in their win over the Sparks, outscoring their opponents by 28 points in Carter’s 22 minutes. While Carter led the way, her teammates also delivered strong performances:
- Jackie Young: 20 points, 9 assists, 5 rebounds
- A’ja Wilson: 19 points, 3 assists, 2 blocks
- Chelsea Gray: 16 points, 5 assists
The Aces, fresh off three championships in the last four seasons, are positioned to add a fourth title to their resume. With Carter’s early impact, their championship aspirations look even brighter.
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