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**Summary:**

The WNBA investigated reports of racist fan behavior during a recent Indiana Fever vs. Chicago Sky game after a foul between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese led to on-court tensions. Despite reviewing fan, staff, and team accounts, as well as audio and video footage, the league could not substantiate the claims. Both teams expressed gratitude for the investigation and reiterated their commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment.

**News Article:**

**WNBA Unable to Substantiate Reports of Racist Fan Behavior at Fever-Sky Game**

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The WNBA announced Tuesday that its investigation into alleged racist fan behavior during the May 17th game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse yielded no substantiated evidence.

The league launched the investigation following reports of “hateful fan comments” allegedly directed towards players after a third-quarter foul between Indiana’s Caitlin Clark and Chicago’s Angel Reese. The foul, later upgraded to a flagrant 1, sparked a brief on-court confrontation involving Reese and Indiana’s Aliyah Boston, resulting in technical fouls for both players.

“We have investigated the report of racist fan behavior in the vicinity of the court during the May 17, 2025, Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever game,” the WNBA said in a statement. “Based on information gathered to date, including from relevant fans, team and arena staff, as well as audio and video review of the game, we have not substantiated it.”

While neither team initially mentioned fan remarks in post-game conferences, the allegations surfaced on social media, prompting the league to take action. Both teams voiced support for the investigation.

Prior to Tuesday night’s game against the Phoenix Mercury, Reese declined to provide specific details about the alleged incident.

Both the Fever and the Sky released statements thanking the WNBA for its thorough response. The Fever reiterated their commitment to providing a welcoming environment, stating that “hate speech has absolutely no place” at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Sky echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the league’s stance against hate and their continued support for creating safe WNBA games and events.

The WNBA reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all fans and players, stating it will “continue to be vigilant in enforcing our fan code of conduct.”

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