The WNBA condemned the vitriol some players have received over the last few weeks, but fans of the league and players said the message came too late.
The WNBA condemned the allegations of racism and other hateful messages players said they have received over the course of the season.
Connecticut Sun star Alyssa Thomas pointed directly at Indiana Fever fans following the team’s win in its playoff matchup, while her teammate DiJonai Carrington revealed on Instagram an awful email she had received filled with racial slurs.
“The WNBA is a competitive league with some of the most elite athletes in the world”, the league said. “While we welcome a growing fan base, the WNBA will not tolerate racist, derogatory, or threatening comments made about players, teams and anyone affiliated with the league.
