One of the best to ever do it. Congrats on the incredible career! 🙏⁣ •⁣ Two-time WNBA MVP, seven-time WNBA All-Star and 2019 WNBA Champion, Elena Delle Donne has announced her retirement. Delle Donne last played in 2023, sitting out the 2024 WNBA season. 🏀⁣ •⁣ "Words cannot adequately express how thankful I am to my family, all of my incredible teammates, friends, executives, sponsors, staff and most importantly the amazing fans that have accompanied me on this journey," Delle Donne wrote on Instagram. 💜⁣ •⁣ "This game has been my life and I am grateful for the memories and how much it’s given me. It feels good to close this chapter knowing I gave it my all and I can’t wait for what’s next!" 🥺⁣ •⁣ Can't wait to see what you do next, de11edonne! 💪 #thegist⁣ •⁣ #womenssports #basketball #wnba #thisgistin #wbb #elenadelledonne #mystics #retirement