The WNBA is facing criticism after a video surfaced of players Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers making a $400 bet on a game. The league’s social media team initially shared the video, but later deleted it, citing that it ‘missed the mark’. Reese and Bueckers agreed to the wager ahead of their matchup in Arlington, with Reese shrugging off the controversy when asked about it postgame.
League Policy
The WNBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement strictly prohibits players from placing wagers on league games, with violations potentially resulting in severe penalties, including fines, suspensions, and permanent banishment. The league characterized the social media post as a ‘lighthearted exchange’ and announced no discipline.
Critics have questioned whether the same treatment would be given to other players, such as Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham, if they were involved in a similar situation. The incident has sparked a debate about the league’s handling of the situation and its anti-gambling policy.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
