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WNBA suspends Aces coach Becky Hammon 2 games for violating league rules, policies

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The WNBA suspended Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon two games Tuesday for comments Hammon allegedly made to former player Dearica Hamby about her pregnancy.

Hammon was suspended without pay after the months-long investigation stemming from Hamby's allegation she was bullied and manipulated for being pregnant.

The WNBA found Hammon violated league and team respect in the workplace policies. The league also rescinded the Aces' first-round pick in the 2025 draft for violating league rules regarding impermissible player benefits.

Las Vegas didn't have a 2024 pick in the first round because of a prior trade. "It is critical that we uphold the values of integrity and fairness, which create a level playing field for our teams," said WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert. "The Aces failed to adhere to league rules and regulations and have been disciplined accordingly.

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