Indiana Fever forward NaLyssa Smith expressed her frustration with the WNBA referees after her team’s loss to the Chicago Sky on Sunday. Smith retweeted a fan’s post criticizing the officiating, highlighting the disparity in free-throw attempts between the two teams. The Sky had 27 free-throw attempts, compared to the Fever’s 13.
The tension peaked in the final minutes of the game, with Smith and Angel Reese exchanging words and receiving technical fouls. Smith seemed to take issue with Reese’s trash talk and perceived disrespect, leading to the brief altercation. Despite her efforts, Smith’s Fever ultimately fell short, losing 88-87 to the Sky.
Smith’s comments on social media suggest she felt the referees failed to adequately address Reese’s behavior, leading to a perceived imbalance in the game’s officiating. The incident has sparked a larger conversation about sportsmanship and officiating in the WNBA, with many fans and players weighing in on the matter.
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