WNBA suspends coach Becky Hammon 2 games for player's allegation she was bullied for being pregnant

The WNBA suspended Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon, one of the league's marquee figures, for two games Tuesday after former Aces player Dearica Hamby said she had been bullied and manipulated for being pregnant.

Hammon, who in her first season last year led the Aces to the WNBA championship, was suspended without pay after a monthslong investigation into Hamby's allegations.

The WNBA did not disclose details, but said Hammon violated league and team "respect in the workplace" policies.

That means Las Vegas may not have a first-round pick for two consecutive seasons. The Aces traded their 2024 pick.

"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. We are also disheartened by the violation of our Respect in the Workplace policies and remain committed to ensuring that enhanced training is conducted and standards are followed across all WNBA teams."

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The Aces issued a strongly worded statement that they are "deeply disappointed by the outcome of the WNBA investigation" and said they "stand behind Coach Hammon."

"We are committed to supporting all our players to the fullest extent allowed by the WNBA," the Aces' statement read. "Our actions have always been consistent with our