Overview

• Sophie Cunningham released a statement categorically denying allegations of an affair with Phoenix Suns and Mercury CEO Josh Bartelstein, calling them false and deeply hurtful.
• The allegations originate from a lawsuit filed by former Suns security director Gene Traylor, which primarily accuses the organization of racial discrimination and workplace misconduct.
• Traylor's lawsuit claims that Suns VP of security Cornelius Craig spread rumors of the alleged relationship as part of broader workplace issues.
• The Suns organization has also denied the affair allegations, labeling them as entirely false and morally reprehensible, while questioning the credibility of Traylor’s attorney, Sheree Wright.
• Both Cunningham and Bartelstein emphasize their focus on professionalism and integrity, with Cunningham underscoring her commitment to basketball and her fans.