About
Dearica Hamby was born on November 6, 1993, in Marietta, Georgia, and is a seasoned forward in the WNBA. Hamby was drafted sixth overall by the San Antonio Stars (now the Las Vegas Aces) in 2015, where she quickly became a core player. Known for her hustle, Hamby won two Sixth Woman of the Year awards and was instrumental in the Aces’ 2022 championship season. In 2023, she was traded to the Los Angeles Sparks, marking a new chapter in her career.
Dating
Dearica Hamby was previously married to Alonzo Nelson-Ododa, a former basketball player. Together, they have a daughter, Amaya. In 2023, Hamby had a son with former NFL player Orlando Scandrick.
Trivia
Her trade to the Sparks in 2023 followed controversy, with Hamby alleging unfair treatment during her pregnancy. Hamby and Alonzo were still married when she announced her second pregnancy. Alonzo filed for divorce after she told him the baby wasn’t his.
