Chicago Sky head coach Tyler Marsh didn’t attempt to hide his frustration with WNBA officials following Monday night’s loss to the Phoenix Mercury. Marsh was asked how Kamilla Cardoso, a 6-foot-7 center, managed to play 28 minutes, take 15 shots and battle inside throughout the game without attempting a single free throw.
Officiating Concerns
Marsh made clear that he wasn’t blaming the officials for the loss or suggesting Phoenix received undeserved free-throw attempts. In fact, he admitted Chicago had been too undisciplined defensively. His complaint centered on Cardoso, who averages nearly 10 field-goal attempts per game but fewer than four free-throw attempts despite operating primarily around the basket.
The WNBA has faced criticism for its officiating, with coaches and players expressing frustration over inconsistent calls. The league plans to launch a fully centralized replay center in 2027 to improve consistency and transparency. However, some argue that this won’t address the issue of officials failing to review obvious contact or making incorrect calls.
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