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Sophie Cunningham Calls Out WNBA Commissioner Amid Controversy

11/22/2025

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Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever posted a faith-based message on social media amid ongoing WNBA collective bargaining negotiations.
She is approaching free agency after an injury-shortened season and criticized WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for handling player concerns amid the new CBA talks.
Michael Porter Jr. and Lonzo Ball sparked backlash by saying they could dominate the WNBA as high schoolers, and Porter Jr. noted past games against Cunningham.

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Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever posted a faith-based message on social media amid ongoing WNBA collective bargaining negotiations.
She is approaching free agency after an injury-shortened season and criticized WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for handling player concerns amid the new CBA talks.
Michael Porter Jr. and Lonzo Ball sparked backlash by saying they could dominate the WNBA as high schoolers, and Porter Jr. noted past games against Cunningham.