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Caitlin Clark went to WNBA’s investigation into the supposed “hateful comments” towards Angel Reese during a shootout on Monday while Indiana’s fever prepares for Atlanta’s dream.
The WNBA launched its investigation on Sunday when the league condemned “racism, hate and discrimination in all forms.” There were no detailed details about the alleged incident.
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The Indiana fever guard, Caitlin Clark (22), goes through Chicago striker Sky Angel Reese (5) on Saturday, May 17, 2025, during a game between Indiana Faver and Chicago Sky in Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Indiana fever defeated Chicago Sky, 93-58. (IMAGN)
“There is no place for that in our game,” Clark told reporters, through the Indy star. “There is no place for that in society. We certainly want each person to enter our sand, be it a player, be it a fan, to have a great experience.
“I appreciate that the League does that. The fever organization has been at the forefront of that, since, in reality, the first day, what they are doing. Hopefully the investigation, we will leave them to find something and take the right action if so.”
The CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, Mel Raines, issued a statement on the matter.
“We are aware of the accusations of inappropriate behavior of fans during yesterday’s game and we are working closely with the WNBA to complete his research,” Raines said. “We remain firm in our commitment to provide a safe environment for all WNBA players.”
The Indiana fever guard, Caitlin Clark (22) reacts after being called for a flagrant foul on Chicago striker Sky, Angel Reese, during the second half of a WNBA basketball match in Indianapolis, on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (Photo/Photo Ap)
ESPN Star suggests that Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese incident became a point of conversation for more than racial reasons
The National Association of Women’s Basketball Players (WNBPA) also issued a statement, calling “such unacceptable behavior.”
“The WNBPA is aware of hate comments reports in yesterday’s game in Indianapolis and supports the current WNBA investigation into this matter,” said the union. “Such behavior is unacceptable for our sport.
“According to the policy of ‘No Space For Hate’ of the WNBA, we trust the League to investigate and take thorough measures and appropriate and appropriate measures to guarantee a safe and cozy environment for all.”
The WNBA launched its “No Space Fora Hate” campaign before the 2025 season warned. The campaign will include the use of social media monitoring tools that will help the League enforce a reviewed code of behavior.
“As part of the Comprehensive Plan, the WNBA is implementing a technological solution with AI to monitor social networks activity, in association with players and teams, to help protect the community from discourse and hate of hate online,” he said.
Chicago striker Sky, Angel Reese, shoots during a WNBA basketball match against Indianapolis fever in Indianapolis, on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (Photo/Photo Ap)
A code of revised behavior of WNBA fans includes regulations for fans on social networks and the threats of sanctioning those fans of the official content if they are raped. The new policy lists the racist, homophobic, sexist, sexual, threatening or libelous content as “subject to blocking or elimination.”
“Repeated violations of these guidelines can result in the infringer can no longer follow our news, comment on our publications or send us messages,” says politics. “In addition, any direct threat to players, referees or other league and team personnel can be sent to the police and can cause the offender to be prohibited in all areas and events of the WNBA.”
