By Jovita Trujillo - Los Angeles June 03, 2024 10:59 PM EDT There are eyes on the WNBA like never before, with Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese , and Chennedy Carter at the center of court drama. Things heated up during the Saturday, June 1st game between Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever when Carter shoulder-shot Clark, knocking the rookie to the floor before an inbound pass during the third quarter. The Fevers ended up taking the win 71-70, and the WNBA upgraded the foul to a flagrant 1 violation after reviewing the play.
©GettyImages Chennedy gaurds Caitlyn On Monday, Chicago’s coach Teresa Weatherspoon issued a statement, explaining she talked to Chennedy, who will “learn” from the incident. “Physical play, intensity, and a competitive spirit are hallmarks of Chicago Sky basketball. Chennedy got caught up in the heat of the moment to win the game,” Weatherspoon wrote.
“She and I have discussed what happened and that it was not appropriate, nor is it what we do or who we are. Chennedy understands that there are better ways to handle situations on the court, and she will learn from this, as we all will,” the statement continued. However, the situation has led to a debate on social media, with people taking sides.
Despite their coach’s statement, Reese said she stands with her teammate. The forward also found herself in trouble Saturday when she did not make herself available to media after the game, which resulted in a $1000 fine for herself and a $5000 fine for the .