Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Dearica Hamby

Discover the career path of Dearica Hamby, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Dearica Marie Hamby is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Sparks in the WNBA. Known for her versatility and athleticism, Hamby has consistently been a valuable player, recognized for her rebounding, scoring, and defensive contributions. She has earned multiple accolades throughout her career. Her trade to the Sparks generated controversy due to circumstances surrounding her pregnancy, sparking discussions about player rights and treatment in professional sports.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Drafted into WNBA

In 2015, Dearica Hamby was drafted sixth overall into the WNBA and played for the San Antonio Stars.

2018: Joins Las Vegas Aces

In 2018, the San Antonio Stars became the Las Vegas Aces, and Dearica Hamby continued playing for the team.

2019: WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year & Game-Winning Shot

In 2019, Dearica Hamby averaged 11 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 0.97 steals per game, tying the WNBA record for most double-doubles by a reserve with five. She was voted WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year in 2019. During the 2019 WNBA Playoffs game against the Chicago Sky, Hamby made a game-winning shot with 6.5 seconds remaining.

September 20, 2020: Second Sixth Woman of the Year Award

On September 20, 2020, Dearica Hamby was named the WNBA Sixth Woman of the Year for the second consecutive year.

June 29, 2022: Contract Extension with Aces

On June 29, 2022, Dearica Hamby signed a multi-year contract extension with the Las Vegas Aces.

2022: WNBA Championship Win

In 2022, Dearica Hamby and the Aces won the WNBA Championship.

2022: First Time Playing for USA Basketball

In 2022, Dearica Hamby played for USA Basketball for the first time at the national team training camp. She also played on the women's 2022 USA World Cup Qualifying Team.

January 21, 2023: Traded to Los Angeles Sparks

On January 21, 2023, Dearica Hamby was traded to the Los Angeles Sparks along with a 2024 WNBA draft first-round pick.

December 2023: Wins Gold Medal at AmeriCup

In December 2023, Dearica Hamby played on the 3x3 team for the first time, and they won the gold medal at the AmeriCup. Dearica Hamby made the tie-breaking shot to win and was named the tournament MVP.

June 13, 2024: Signs Contract Extension with the Sparks

On June 13, 2024, Dearica Hamby signed a one-year contract extension with the Sparks.

August 12, 2024: Joins Unrivaled League

On August 12, 2024, it was announced that Dearica Hamby would play in the inaugural season of Unrivaled, a new women's 3-on-3 basketball league founded by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart.

2024: Summer Olympics Bronze Medal

In 2024, Dearica Hamby was named to the United States 3x3 team for the Summer Olympics, as a replacement for the injured Cameron Brink. Hamby and the US team won bronze medals.