Overview

• During halftime of last week’s WNBA All-Star Game, Duncan quipped “no D” in reference to defense, sparking a viral backlash over its sexual innuendo.
• On The Dan Le Batard ShowStugotStugotz, Duncan stood by her decade-long history of crude humor and declined to apologize for the remark.
• Former WNBA announcer Patricia Babcock McGraw said such comments clash with the league’s young, predominantly female fanbase and risk alienating parents.
• Commentator Kay Smythe argued that Duncan’s remarks went unpunished due to ESPN’s selective policy enforcement, highlighting perceived gender and identity biases.
• The incident has intensified debate over broadcast standards and corporate consistency in policing on-air content during marquee sports events.