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The WNBA on Sunday said it had launched an investigation into reports of “disgusting comments.” Indiana Fever We won the Chicago skies on Saturday.
Comments were reportedly directed at Angel Reese by fans during the game.
league He did not explain the details of what allegedly happened during a match at Gainbridge Field House in Indianapolis.
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Indiana Feverguard Kate Rinklark was returned to the bench area by his teammates after being asked for a terrible foul on the Chicago Sky Forward Angel Rees during a game at Gainbridge Field House in Indianapolis on Saturday. (AP Photo/AJ Must)
“The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hatred and discrimination in all forms. They have no place in our league or society. We are aware of the allegations and are investigating the issue,” the league said in a statement.
The Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) has also issued a statement.
“The WNBPA is aware of reports of hateful comments from yesterday’s game in Indianapolis and supports the WNBA’s current investigation into the issue,” the union said. “That kind of behavior is unacceptable for our sport.
“Under the WNBA’s ‘space for hatred’, we trust that the league will thoroughly investigate and take appropriate action to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. ”
Indiana fever forward De Wanna Bonner will be hugged by his teammate Lexi Hull after Bonner came third during a game against Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Field House in Indianapolis on Saturday. (AP Photo/AJ Must)
Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines has issued a statement on the issue.
“We are aware of allegations of inappropriate fan behavior during yesterday’s game and are working closely with the WNBA to complete the investigation,” Raines said. “We are persistent in our commitment to providing a safe environment for all WNBA players.”
The WNBA launched it “No Space for Hate” Campaign Before the 2025 season it was turned over. The campaign includes the use of AI social media surveillance tools that help the league implement the revised Code of Conduct.
“As part of our comprehensive plan, the WNBA is deploying AI-powered technology solutions to monitor social media activity in partnerships with players and teams to protect our community from online hate speech and harassment,” it said.
The revised WNBA Fan Code of Conduct includes regulations aimed at social media fans, and the threat that if they are violated, those fans will approve from official content. The new policy lists racist, homophobic, sexist, sexual, threatening, or honorable content as “blocking or deleting.”
The Chicago Sky Forward Angel Reese will be filmed on Saturday during a match against Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Field House in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Must)
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“Breaking these guidelines may prevent violators from following our news and commenting on posts or sending messages,” the policy reads. “In addition, any direct threat to players, referees or other league and team personnel may be referred to law enforcement and offenders may be banned from all WNBA arenas and events.”
The Fever-Sky game featured a fierce moment between Feverstars’ Caitlin Clark and Reese in the third quarter. Clark fouled Reese violently, causing an explosion from the sky forward, but a cool head won.
Jackson Thompson of Fox News contributed to this report.
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