What happened: Dearica Hamby shared a screenshot Monday of a message she said came from an unknown number. The sender used a racial slur and called her an animal after her ejection from a game against the Connecticut Sun.

Why it matters: The episode renews concerns about racist abuse and access to players’ personal information. Chelsea Gray faced a separate racist message in July that led another employer to fire the alleged sender.

What to watch: Acclaro Medical’s investigation will determine whether the suspension leads to further employment action. Any response from the WNBA or Los Angeles Sparks could shape the league’s next steps on player safety.