On Friday, Monumental Sports and Entertainment officially announced that Elena Delle Donne has retired from the WNBA. This news isn’t unexpected in and of itself. However, Monumental Basketball, the Washington Mystics and Wizards’ parent umbrella, also announced that she will remain with them as a special advisor according to a press release.
Here is what Delle Donne said in a statement.
After much thought, conversations with family, and soul searching I have finally come to the decision to walk away from playing basketball. It was amazing to look back on all the special teammates, friends, executives, sponsors, staff and most importantly the incredible fans that have accompanied me on this journey.