WNBA's condemnation of vitriol against players draws scrutiny online

Connecticut Sun star Alyssa Thomas and head coach Stephanie White talk to reporters about racism toward players after their Game 2 win.

The WNBA condemned the allegations of racism and other hateful messages players said they have received over the course of the season.

Connecticut Sun star Alyssa Thomas pointed directly at Indiana Fever fans following the team’s win in its playoff matchup, while her teammate DiJonai Carrington revealed on Instagram an awful email she had received filled with racial slurs.

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Basketballs before game one of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena. (Mark Smith-Imagn Images)

"The WNBA is a competitive league with some of the most elite athletes in the world," the league said. "While we welcome a growing fan base, the WNBA will not tolerate racist, derogatory, or threatening comments made about players, teams and anyone affiliated with the league. 

"League security is actively monitoring threat-related activity and will work directly with teams and arenas to take appropriate measures, to include involving law enforcement, as necessary."

But fans of the league reacted on social media, saying it was a little too late for the statement to be released.

Connecticut Sun guards Marina Mabrey (4) and DiJonai Carrington (21) celebrate together during the second half of a first-round WNBA basketball playoff game against the Indiana Fever, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, in Uncasville, Conn.  (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

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Thomas spoke about the experience she had this season after the Sun’s win.

"We've been professional throughout the whole entire thing, but