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WNBA·BREAKING·July 14, 2026 08:25 PM ET

Employer fires fan over alleged racist message to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray

Message followed Aces' loss to Indiana Fever on Sunday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 151 min read
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A fan who allegedly sent a racist message to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray on social media has been fired by his emp Via @espn on X

What happened: Hilton Grand Vacations terminated a sports .report/article/chelsea-gray-connects-from-three-point-range-against-indiana -07-13">Chelsea Gray following Las Vegas' matchup against the Indiana Fever. The veteran point guard disclosed the direct message on social media, prompting an investigation by the company.

Why it matters: Las Vegas continues its midsummer schedule relying on Gray's backcourt leadership, with no recent data indicating any change to her availability.

What to watch: Hilton Grand Vacations stated its internal review into the allegations remains ongoing. Las Vegas resumes regular-season action later this week.

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