WNBA Unable to Confirm 'Hateful Fan Comments' Aimed at Angel Reese

The WNBA announced on Tuesday that it could not corroborate allegations of racist remarks directed at Angel Reese. The league issued a statement, which read: “We have examined the claims of racist fan actions during the May 17, 2025, matchup between the Chicago Sky and the Indiana Fever.” They continued, “After gathering data from relevant fans, team personnel, and analyzing audio and video footage, we could not validate these claims.” The organization emphasized its dedication to maintaining a secure and inclusive atmosphere, promising continued vigilance in upholding its fan code of conduct. Contentious moments unfolded in the third quarter when Indiana’s Caitlin Clark fouled Reese, sparking protests from the latter and elevating the foul to a flagrant 1. Tensions rose, resulting in technical fouls for both Reese and Indiana's Aliyah Boston.