Alyssa Thomas criticizes WNBA for silence on player safety amid threats
Alyssa Thomas criticized the WNBA on Tuesday after receiving death threats and racial abuse following her suspension for an accidental foul on Caitlin Clark. Thomas called the league's silence on player safety unacceptable, stating it has led to people threatening players’ lives. She urged for significant changes to ensure player safety amid rising tensions in the league.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 22:15 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 22:30 UTC
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