As of March 2026, Candace Parker made history as the first openly LGBTQ woman to serve as an analyst for a men’s NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament broadcast. In this role, she provides commentary on first- and second-round games, expanding her already extensive résumé across the NBA, WNBA, and studio analysis.
The moment made Parker the first out gay woman to ever call a men’s March Madness game and only the third woman to ever do so, joining Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Sky play-by-play announcer Lisa Byington and Women’s Basketball Hall of Famer Debbie Antonelli.
Parker joined the broadcast team for the 2026 men’s tournament, breaking new ground in sports media representation.
She contributes as a game analyst, bringing insight from her experience as a multi-time WNBA champion and seasoned broadcaster, including prior work on the NBA All-Star Game.
She has called games from host cities like Tampa, offering analysis on major matchups.
Parker has also worked with networks such as Turner Sports, CBS Sports, and NBA TV.
Her presence on the men’s March Madness broadcast further cements her as a leading voice across both men’s and women’s basketball coverage.
