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WNBA, Players Union Convene Over Racist Threats, Online Abuse

7/23/2026

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WNBA and Women's National Basketball Players Association met on July 21, 2026 to address racist online messages.
WNBPA secretary Elizabeth Williams said players need communication from commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
Chelsea Gray posted a July 15, 2026 screenshot of an n-word message, prompting the sender’s account removal and employee’s firing.
Alyssa Thomas reported death threats after a June 24, 2026 suspension, and commissioner Cathy Engelbert texted her, offered a call, and ordered security to coordinate with Phoenix.

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WNBA and Women's National Basketball Players Association met on July 21, 2026 to address racist online messages.
WNBPA secretary Elizabeth Williams said players need communication from commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
Chelsea Gray posted a July 15, 2026 screenshot of an n-word message, prompting the sender’s account removal and employee’s firing.
Alyssa Thomas reported death threats after a June 24, 2026 suspension, and commissioner Cathy Engelbert texted her, offered a call, and ordered security to coordinate with Phoenix.