Caitlin Clark Speaks Wnbas probe to alleged ugly comments to Angel Reese

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Caitlin Clark turned to WNBA’s investigation of alleged “hateful comments” to Angel Reese during a shot on Monday as the Indiana fever is preparing for the Atlanta dream.

WNBA launched his study on Sunday when the league condemned “racism, hatred and discrimination in all forms.” There were no details of the alleged incident.

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Indiana Fever Guard Caitlin Clark (22) passes around the Chicago Sky Forward Angel Reese (5) on Saturday, May 17, 2025, during a game between Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Indiana Fever defeated Chicago Sky, 93-58. (IMagn)

“There’s no place for that in our game,” Clark told journalists via Indy Star. “There’s no place for that in society. We definitely want any person who comes into our arena, whether the player, whether it’s a fan, having a great experience.

“I appreciate the league doing it. The fever organization has been at the forefront of it since, really day one, what they are doing. Hopefully we leave it up to them to find something and take the right action if that is the case.”

Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines issued a statement about the case.

“We are aware of the claims of inappropriate fan behavior during yesterday’s match, and we work closely with WNBA to end their investigation,” Raines said. “We are firmly in our commitment to create a safe environment for all WNBA players.”

Indiana Fever Guard Caitlin Clark (22) responds after being called for an obvious error on the Chicago Sky Tip Angel Reese during the second half WNBA -Basketball match in Indianapolis, on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (AJ MAST/AP Photo)

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Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) also released a statement that called “such behavior unacceptable.”

“WNBPA is aware of reports of hateful comments on yesterday’s games in Indianapolis and supports WNBA’s current investigation into this case,” the Union said. “Such a behavior is unacceptable to our sport.

“Under WNBA’s ‘No Space for Hate’ policy, we trust that the league can thoroughly examine and take quick, appropriate actions to ensure a safe and inviting environment for everyone.”

WNBA launched its “No Space for Hate” campaign before the 2025 season tipped out. The campaign will include the use of AI monitoring tools for social media that will help the league enforce a revised code of conduct.

“As part of the comprehensive plan, WNBA rolls out an AI-driven technology solution to monitor social media activity, in partnership with players and teams, to help protect society from online hate and harassment,” it said.

Chicago Sky Forward Angel Reese shoots during a WNBA basketball match against Indiana Fever in Indianapolis, Saturday 17 May 2025. (AJ MAST/AP Photo)

A revised WNBA fan -behavior code includes regulations for fans on social media and threats to sanction these fans from official content if they are violated. The new policy shows racist, homophobic, sexist, sexual, threatening or libelous content such as “Subject to Blocking or Deleting.”

“Repeated violations of these guidelines may result in the offender no longer able to follow our news, comment on our posts or send us messages,” the policy reads. “In addition, any direct threats to players, referees or other league and team staff may be referred to law enforcement and may result in the violation of the violation of all WNBA arenas and events.”

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