One of the greatest basketball players of all time is hanging up her sneakers, as Diana Taurasi announced that she would be retiring from the WNBA on Tuesday.

On Tuesday, the Aces introduced two of their biggest off-season signings to local media: Jewell Loyd and Elizabeth Kitley. Loyd was acquired in a three-way trade that sent Kelsey Plum to the Los Angeles Sparks. Kitley was drafted 24th overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft but spent the entirety of last season rehabbing an ACL tear.

Aces coach Becky Hammon addressed reporters for the first time this offseason to introduce additions Jewell Loyd and Elizabeth Kitley.

Hammon revealed that Taurasi has a switch in his competitive spirit, comparing her to other basketball greats. She also recalled an instance when Taurasi’s cut-throat attitude got the best of her in a friendly exchange.

(AP) — Sitting next to new addition Jewell Loyd and semi new addition Liz Kitley, Aces coach Becky Hammon said Tuesday ... Aces as they try to return Las Vegas to championship form.

Elizabeth Kitley unexpectedly captured the public’s attention in an unusual way during the Las Vegas Aces ' introductory press conference. Along with fellow basketball player Jewell Loyd, who was traded to the Aces from the Seattle Storm, the two players were officially welcomed as the newest members of the team.

Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon said Tuesday she couldn’t “wait for April.” That’s when Hammon can get back in the team facility and begin working with Jewell Loyd, Liz Kitley and the other Aces as they try to return Las Vegas to championship form.