Why Sophie Cunningham alleges a TikTok got her a WNBA fine
"Cause there's not more important things to be worried about with our league right now," Cunningham sarcastically quipped on Twitter (X) on Wednesday with her allegation she got sent a $500 fine by the league for the attached satirical TikTok.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert noted the widespread frustration with league officiating this season during All-Star weekend in Indianapolis. However, it certainly appears the league isn't cool with players or coaches mocking any of the refs on social media, as Cunningham's alleged fine shows.
Cunningham's alleged fine is more of an annoyance than a major punishment, but the sensitivity over league personnel criticizing WNBA officials appears to be very real.
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