Overview
- Speaking in Philadelphia, the Minnesota native condemned ICE operations in the Twin Cities and described residents’ fear as protests continue over President Donald Trump’s mass deportation plan.
- After winning a $50,000 Unrivaled prize for free-throw accuracy, Bueckers pledged a $50,000 match to the Hopkins Strong Relief Fund, noting the league’s Florida schedule has kept her from joining protests at home.
- Unrivaled issued a public statement supporting Minnesotans affected by ICE actions, and co-founder Breanna Stewart displayed an “ABOLISH ICE” sign during player introductions earlier in the week.
- Fellow Minnesotan Rachel Banham voiced support for community aid and systemic solutions, as additional WNBA players added their voices and a moment of silence was held at Unrivaled games.
- Conservative outlet OutKick disputed descriptions of demonstrations as peaceful and criticized Bueckers’ remarks, highlighting confrontational incidents involving Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti.