Why the Chennedy Carter signing makes sense for the Aces despite the risks
By Jack Maloney
Published on April 16, 2026.
The Las Vegas Aces have signed former lottery pick Chennedy Carter, a guard who has gone unsigned in two of the last three seasons and last played in the WNBA for the Chicago Sky in 2024. Despite this risk, the Aces are confident in signing Carter as they aim for their fourth consecutive title in five years. Despite her struggles with an injury and a lack of playing time in her second season, Carter's performance was solid. The team's major weakness is their inability to get to the rim, which they have been criticized for taking away from the rim. Despite being just 5 foot tall, Carter was one of the best finishers in the league in 2024 and her athleticism and verticality allows her to get into the league.
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