Sophie Cunningham, forward for the Indiana Fever, suffered a serious knee injury on Sunday during an intense overtime win against the Connecticut Sun. The incident, which took place in the second quarter, has reignited debate over officiating in the WNBA and concerns about how effectively players are being protected.
According to The US Sun, Cunningham was injured when Bria Hartley of the Sun collided forcefully with her under the basket, even though the play had already stopped. The impact left Cunningham clutching her knee in visible pain before she was helped off the court. She did not return to the game.
