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Watch Q Parker of 112 sing national anthem at WNBA Finals Game 3

Q Parker of 112 delivered a silky smooth rendition of the national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner" ahead of Game 3 of the WNBA Finals.

In Atlanta for Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, the matchup between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream, a unique performance took the court before the game. Q Parker, a member of the classic R&B group 112, took the stage to sing the national anthem. Parker sported a leather jacket and sunglasses as he delivered a smooth rendition of the song.

His performance came after Alanis Morissette's previous anthem performance in Game 2, which received a loud ovation from the crowd. As for the controversy surrounding players leaving the court during the anthem, the WNBA's policy allows players to decide whether they participate in the song or not.

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