Las Vegas Aces Acquire Guard After Waiving Chennedy Carter

Aces’ roster move

The Las Vegas Aces announced Tuesday that they have waived guard Chennedy Carter. In tandem, the franchise signed former Indiana Fever guard Justine Pissott. The moves reshape the Aces’ back‑court depth heading into the season.

Carter’s final stint with the Aces lasted 13 games, during which she posted a modest 12.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 16.9 minutes per contest off the bench. Her outright release leaves a vacancy that the new signing is expected to fill.

Chennedy Carter’s turbulent journey

She entered the league as the fourth overall pick by the Atlanta Dream in the 2020 WNBA Draft. Carter spent two seasons with the Dream, but her tenure was marred by controversy.

A 2021 season suspension for conduct detrimental to the team capped her time in Atlanta. The guard was then traded to the Los Angeles Sparks, appearing in 24 games for the franchise before being released.

After sitting out 2023, Carter returned to the court with the Chicago Sky in 2024. She posted career‑best averages of 17.5 points and 3.5 rebounds per game across 33 outings.

She was not re‑signed by Chicago, missed the entire 2025 campaign, and signed a one‑year deal with the Aces for 2026. The waiver marks the end of that short reunion.

Who is Justine Pissott?

Pissott, 22, played college basketball at Tennessee and Vanderbilt before entering the draft. She was selected 25th overall in this year’s NBA Draft by the Fever.

The rookie has yet to appear in a regular‑season WNBA game, but she could see minutes as depth for the Aces. In her lone preseason appearance, Pissott recorded 8 points, 1 rebound and 1 assist in 10 minutes.

Her transition from Indiana to Las Vegas signals an opportunity to develop alongside seasoned scorers. The Aces view her as a potential future contributor in the backcourt mix.

What this means for the Aces

Replacing Carter with Pissott adds youth and upside to a bench that needs scoring punch. While Carter provided immediate but modest output, Pissott brings a high‑potential rookie who can develop over time.

The Aces now have more roster flexibility, allowing them to manage minutes and explore different lineups as the season progresses. Expect the new guard to integrate quickly, aiming to turn preseason promise into regular‑season impact.

Overall, the front office’s decision reflects a blend of short‑term needs and long‑term planning, positioning Las Vegas with a richer pool of talent for the upcoming campaign.