Sophie Cunningham surprises fans: She finally found something good to say about WNBA referees
WNBA officiating has been under fire all season, drawing criticism from fans, pundits, and players alike. Few have been more outspoken than Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. But on Sunday, even she had to give credit where it was due.Facing elimination in Game 4 of the semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces, the Fever pulled out a season-saving 90-83 win to force a decisive Game 5 on Tuesday.The victory not only extended Indiana's playoff run but also put Cunningham in a surprisingly generous mood toward referees she's often criticized.For once, Sophie praised the refereesAfter the game, veteran sportscaster Robin Lundberg stirred controversy on X (formerly Twitter), writing: "The Fever definitely benefited from the whistle today." His post sparked debate among fans and drew an immediate response from Cunningham."And it's about time," she joked, before adding: "I honestly thought the refs […]