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WNBA·ANALYSIS·October 3, 2026 08:48 PM ET

Cunningham claims superstar status prevented WNBA suspension

The guard made the comments on her No Hesitation podcast.

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What happened: Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham stated that A'ja Wilson avoided league discipline for a courtside fan altercation due to her profile. Cunningham claimed Wilson received preferential treatment, describing her as the LeBron James of the WNBA.

Why it matters: The remarks follow a Game 2 playoff confrontation where Wilson responded to a spectator pointing and yelling from courtside. The lack of a suspension sparked debate over whether the league office applies different disciplinary standards for its highest-profile talent.

What to watch: The WNBA continues its 2026 postseason schedule without any retroactive penalties issued for the exchange.

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