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Allegations of fan abuse towards Angel Reese could not be substantiated, WNBA says after investigation

  • On May 27, 2025, the WNBA announced that its investigation found no evidence to support claims of racist conduct by fans during the May 17 matchup between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky in Indianapolis.
  • The investigation began after reports of hateful comments directed at Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, with the league gathering information from fans, staff, and reviewing audio and video footage.
  • The event occurred amid a well-known rivalry between Reese and Fever star Caitlin Clark, which started in college and has been marked by competitive games and vocal fan bases.
  • Chicago Sky CEO Adam Fox praised the WNBA and Fever for the swift investigation, while Fever CEO Mel Raines said, "We appreciate the swift and thorough process," and both players welcomed the inquiry.
  • The WNBA reaffirmed its commitment to a safe and inclusive environment, stating it will continue enforcing its fan code of conduct and supporting efforts to prevent hate at all events.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
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