What happened: Dearica Hamby said she received the message on her personal phone Aug. 24. Acclaro Medical confirmed the following day that its investigation was underway.

Why it matters: The incident brought racial abuse beyond public platforms and directly to Hamby's phone. The suspension also created an immediate workplace consequence for the alleged conduct.

What to watch: Watch for the outcome of Acclaro Medical's investigation and any formal WNBA response.