Overview

• On May 27, the WNBA concluded its investigation into alleged racial slurs at the Sky–Fever season opener and found no substantiating evidence.
• The league’s probe involved gathering fan, team and arena staff accounts alongside audio and video reviews of the May 17 game.
• Both franchises and the WNBA Players Union had urged a prompt inquiry into reports of hateful conduct.
• Some Indiana Fever fans have since demanded a public apology after being cleared of wrongdoing by the league.
• ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike issued an apology for reporting the claims prematurely and without verification after the league’s announcement.