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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Sophie Cunningham's sister Lindsey drops 1-word reaction for WNBA after $1,500 fine and injury
The Indiana Fever's struggles just got worse. Guard Sophie Cunningham suffered a tough injury during a home game against the Connecticut Sun. She was hurt when Bria Hartley collided with her leg early in the second quarter. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sophie needed help leaving the court, and her pain was easy to see. Now, fans and teammates are waiting anxiously for updates about her condition as the injury list grows longer. Lindsey Cunningham challenges WNBA over player safety and fines On August 17, right after the game, Lindsey Cunningham, Sophie's older sister, went to Twitter. She said the WNBA should protect its players and focus less on handing out fines for speaking about referees. Lindsey posted, '@WNBA, maybe you should focus less on fining players for commenting on your poor officiating & more on hiring officials who can call a consistent game and protect your athletes. Pathetic. Praying for you @sophaller.' Sophie Cunningham also got fined before for speaking out. On July 30, she started a podcast called 'Show Me Something.' Sophie talked openly about bad calls on the court and said she was tired of unfair treatment. The WNBA fined her $1,500 for her words. There was a $500 fine for a TikTok too, where she joked about some referees being 'stupid' or 'slow.' Sophie replied, 'This is funny to me… like ok👍🏼 you got it, bud!' Sophie Cunningham's injury delivers fresh blow to Indiana Fever During the Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun game, things took a turn. Sophie Cunningham, Fever guard, got hurt in the second quarter. Connecticut Sun's Bria Hartley collided with Sophie's leg while fighting for the ball. Sophie held her knee and had to leave the court. Medical staff said she could not play anymore that day. This was not the Fever's first problem. Earlier, Caitlin Clark battled groin injuries that slowed her down all season. Then, Aari McDonald and Sydney Colson both got hurt in the same game. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Their injuries ended their seasons early. It seems every team is losing top players, with names like Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese also sitting out for other clubs. Also Read: The team is trying to stay strong, but the setbacks hurt. Sophie Cunningham's injury leaves Indiana Fever short-handed at a crucial time. Fans are hoping she will recover soon. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark, Aari McDonald, and Sydney Colson are still out. Their absence makes wins harder to get. Each game is now a bigger challenge.
New York Post
a day ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Paige Bueckers responds to Sophie Cunningham's officiating criticisms
Paige Bueckers essentially responded to criticism from fellow WNBA star Sophie Cunningham with a shrug. Following the Indiana Fever's one-point loss to Bueckers and the Dallas Wings earlier this week, Cunningham publicly lamented what she believed were favorable calls for the former UConn point guard. 4 Paige Bueckers guarded by Sophie Cunningham on Aug. 1. AP Bueckers scored 16 points but only attempted four free throws in the win. 'I love Paige to death, do not get me wrong. I think she's a hell of a player and would love to play with her one day, but those refs were giving her every whistle last night,' Cunningham said Wednesday on her 'Show Me Something' podcast. 'You literally couldn't touch her, couldn't touch her. That s–t is so annoying to me. 'And if you're going to do that, then give it to our guards. I just hate the inconsistency.' Asked for her response before Friday's 97-96 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, Buckers told reporters, 'Everyone is entitled to their own unique personal opinion.' Bueckers, the first overall pick in the 2025 draft, is averaging 18.8 points and 5.4 assists in her first 27 WNBA games. 4 Bueckers (l) and Cunningham (r) battle for a rebound. Jerome Miron-Imagn Images But the Wings are in last place in the Western Conference with a 9-25 record, with the victory over the Fever their only win in their past seven games. Cunningham's gripes come amid chatter that their star, Caitlin Clark, does not draw foul calls as often as she should. 4 Bueckers and Cunningham during an August game. Getty Images Clark is sidelined and the Fever are struggling to meet preseason aspirations without her. Cunningham caused a stir on social media Friday by posting two photos on social media on Friday, one with her and goats and the other with her and Clark having a fun moment. 'They smell the same, too,' Cunningham wrote. 4 Cunningham (r) made comments about the calls Bueckers (l) receives. Jerome Miron-Imagn Images The Fever visit the league-worst Sun on Sunday and sit in seventh place in the WNBA with their 18-16 record.
New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Fever's Sophie Cunningham jabs Caitlin Clark with hilarious GOAT debate comment
Sophie Cunningham couldn't help herself when having a chance to take a friendly jab at her good friend Caitlin Clark. Cunningham had a hilarious reaction to an X user posting two photos of her, one with a group of goats at some sort of zoo and the other featuring her hugging Clark inside an arena. The user's caption read, 'these are the same picture,' in a nod to the idea of Clark being the GOAT of women's basketball, even this early in her career. Advertisement 3 Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever and teammate Caitlin Clark #22 chat on the bench against the Dallas Wings during the first half at American Airlines Center. Getty Images Cunningham, 29, made sure to knock her friend down a peg in response. 'They smell the same too,' the Fever forward wrote in a quote tweet. Advertisement If anyone can take these types of fun shots at Clark, it's Cunningham, who even in her first season with the Fever has become a staunch defender and protector of the reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year. She went on a profane rant on the debut of her 'Show Me Something' podcast in July, railing against those to don't believe Clark is the face of the WNBA. 3 Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever in the Kia WNBA Skills Challenge during the 2025 AT&T WNBA All-Star weekend at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on July 18, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Getty Images Advertisement 'When people try to argue that [Clark] is not the face of our league or if our league would be where we're at without her, you're dumb as s–t,' Cunningham said. 'You're literally dumb as f–k.' Cunningham also defended Clark on the court during a fracas with the Connecticut Sun in June. Advertisement She, Clark and teammate Lexi Hull have become tight this season, with Clark roasting them about their tans on social media before the season began in May. Injuries have limited Clark to just 13 games this season but the Fever are still in playoff possession in seventh place in the league at 18-16. They also won the Commissioner's Cup earlier this season. Cunningham is averaging 8.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game in 28 minutes. 3 Caitlin Clark #22 high five during the game high five during the game Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever during the game against the Golden State Valkyries on June 19, 2025. NBAE via Getty Images She recently made headlines by alleging No. 1 pick Paige Buckers receives a favorable whistle, a topic close to those in the Fever organization due to the lack of calls they believe Clark gets.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sophie Cunningham reveals being invited to Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce's restaurant opening
Sophie Cunningham is the star of Indian Fever. The 28-year-old might be shooting hoops for Indiana, but her roots go back to Missouri. That's the reason she has shared a lifelong passion for the Kansas City Chiefs. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now While speaking on her 'Show Me Something' podcast, the University of Missouri alum, Cunningham, proudly declared she's been a Chiefs fan 'since coming out of the womb.' However, her excitement peaked while mentioning 1587 Prime, the new Kansas City steakhouse venture by Chiefs' and . Sophie Cunningham's schedule calls for missing the restaurant opening The topic came up when Cunningham's co-host, TV personality West Wilson, mentioned the restaurant's upcoming grand opening. Cunningham sparked intrigue, though, after hinting that she received an invitation to that event. Wilson revealed he got an invite, too. However, Cunningham noted that she might not be able to attend it. She didn't specify why; it's likely due to a scheduling conflict with the Indiana Fever's season, highlighting her commitment to her team. Wilson, however, seemed open to attending. Sophie Cunningham & West Wilson on Mercury BAD BLOOD, Paige Bueckers, Fever injuries & Nicki Minaj As a die-hard Chiefs fan, Cunningham would likely take the chance to attend the opening and possibly meet Mahomes and Kelce. Yet, her dedication to the Fever takes priority, emphasizing her focus on the team's goals this season. The buzz around 1587 Prime shows how great the influence of Mahomes and Kelce has been off the field. Sophie Cunningham reflects on DeWanna Bonner 's exit On the same podcast, Sophie Cunningham addressed the sudden departure of her former teammate DeWanna Bonner in July. Reflecting on her initial reaction, Cunningham admitted, "I could have been way meaner,". She emphasizes being held back despite feeling that Bonner misunderstood her comments. While there's evident tension, Cunningham expressed goodwill toward Bonner, stating, "I'm still rooting for her, I want her to be happy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now " However, she stressed the importance of professionalism, suggesting Bonner could have handled her exit better by reaching out to her teammates. "Send a text to your teammates. 'Hey guys, sorry this didn't work out, good luck,'" Cunningham advised, highlighting a respectful way to part ways. When co-host West Wilson inquired if Bonner had communicated with the team before her trade to the Phoenix Mercury, Cunningham shook her head, indicating no contact, not even privately. Wilson responded, 'That's tough,' acknowledging the lack of closure. Also read:
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Has Strong Feelings About Las Vegas
WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Has Strong Feelings About Las Vegas originally appeared on The Spun. The city of Las Vegas has been in the news lately over reports of the city's recent economic struggles. As someone who has to travel to Sin City for games and other sporting events, WNBA star Sophie Cunningham had some thoughts on the state of the city. On the latest episode of her "Show Me Something" podcast, Cunningham stated point-blank that she does not like Las Vegas and dreads people asking her to go there with them. "I don't like Vegas," Cunningham said. "When people are like, 'Oh, Vegas!' I'm like, ah s---." After her podcast co-host complained that the city just seemed sad to him, Cunningham remarked that Vegas has a certain "smell" that compels her to wash all of her cloths after leaving. Ultimately, Cunningham simply doesn't like the experience. "Every time that I'm there, there's just that smell Vegas has, and I have to wash everything. It's just like that smell," she said. "Everyone that lives in Vegas, like off the strip and in the suburbs, everyone says it's awesome. But I just never experienced that so I'm just like eh. But everyone loves it." The reports on the situation with Las Vegas don't paint a pretty picture. Despite adding several professional sports franchises to the city over the past 10 years after decades without having any, all indications are that tourism is way down and that people are starting to feel priced out of the city. Some have argued that the hotels and resorts are simply charging too much upfront, whether it's from the resort fees or the higher floor for making basic bets inside the casinos, the general sentiment is that it's more expensive than ever to have even a little fun. Identifying the problem is bound to be easier than the solution though. WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Has Strong Feelings About Las Vegas first appeared on The Spun on Aug 14, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Aug 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
