WNBA team ridiculed for George Floyd tribute before game
Sky News host Rita Panahi says the WNBA team Minnesota Lynx decided to hold a moment of silence for George Floyd.
Lynx star Napheesa Collier took to the centre court before the team's game against the Connecticut Sun to honour the life of the late Minnesotan.
'Yes, the WNBA thought this was a good idea,' Ms Panahi said.
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