WNBA Players’ $400 Bet Video Sparks League Apology

A recently posted social-media clip from the WNBA showed Dallas Wings forward Paige Bueckers and Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese discussing a $400 wager on their upcoming matchup. In the video the players agreed that the loser would keep the money. The clip was later deleted after the league noted that such discussions violate its betting policy.

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The WNBA issued a statement saying the video was intended to be “lighthearted” but “missed the mark.” The league emphasized that players receive annual training on policies prohibiting betting on WNBA games and that the post was removed shortly after publication. It added that the matter would be addressed internally and that the organization would re-emphasize the negative consequences of wagering conversations, even when meant as a joke. The statement did not specify whether Bueckers, Reese or any other player faced disciplinary action or fines.

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• “If y’all win, you get the $400,” — Atlanta Dream’s Angel Reese

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• “And if we lose, then you get to keep it,” — Paige Bueckers

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• “So the WNBA posted a video of players making a $400 bet and then in the post game presser a player bragged about winning the bet?!” — Travis

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The episode highlights ongoing concerns about professional athletes’ compliance with league betting rules. While the WNBA’s policies prohibit any form of wagering on its games, the viral nature of the video demonstrates how informal player interactions can quickly become public, potentially undermining the league’s integrity. The league’s decision to remove the post and issue an internal reminder underscores its intent to enforce the policy, though the lack of disclosed penalties leaves the effectiveness of the response uncertain.

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