The WNBA announced on Sunday that it has opened an investigation into alleged “hateful” comments made by fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse during the Indiana Fever’s 93-58 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday.
“The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms — they have no place in our league or in society,” the league wrote in a statement. “We are aware of the allegations and are looking into the matter.”
The Fever also issued a statement saying the organization is assissting the league in its investigation.
“We are aware of the allegations of inappropriate fan conduct during yesterday’s game and we are working closely with the WNBA to complete their investigation,” Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines wrote. “We stand firm in our commitment to providing a safe environment for all WNBA players.”
The Fever’s dominant season-opening win was marred by an incident in the third quarter in which Caitlin Clark was called for a flagrant foul on Angel Reese. Both Reese and Fever forward Aliyah Boston were given technical fouls for their role in the short scuffle that ensued.
The statements from the league and the Fever are both vague, and it is unclear when the…
