The WNBA mentioned they have been unable to substantiate allegations of “hateful fan feedback” directed towards Chicago Sky star Angel Reese throughout a Could 17 sport in opposition to the Indiana Fever.
The league had been investigating the allegations, which stemmed from an incident between Reese and Fever star Caitlin Clark.
“Primarily based on info gathered up to now, together with from related followers, workforce and enviornment employees, in addition to audio and video evaluation of the sport, we now have not substantiated it,” the WNBA mentioned in an announcement Tuesday. “The WNBA is dedicated to fostering a secure and inclusive surroundings for everybody and can proceed to be vigilant in imposing our fan code of conduct.”
The incident occurred within the third quarter of Indiana’s 93-58 win over Chicago when Clark slapped on the ball after Reese grabbed an offensive rebound and had a transparent path to the basket. Reese fell to the court docket, received again up and tried to confront Clark. Fever ahead Aliyah Boston received between them. Clark’s foul was upgraded to a flagrant 1, and Reese and Boston have been assessed technical fouls.
Reese was booed by followers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse all through the sport, however the quantity elevated throughout her ensuing foul photographs.
Following the sport, Reese and Clark downplayed the incident between them.
“Basketball play,” Reese mentioned. “Refs received it proper. Transfer on.”
