Photo via Yahoo Sports

‘Anti-American’ – Dream and Valkyries walking off court for national anthem again has fans fuming

The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries reignited controversy during the WNBA Finals by walking off the Chase Center court before the national anthem in Game 2, mirroring their decision from Game 1. With Alanis Morissette performing *The Star-Spangled Banner*, players left seconds before the anthem began and returned immediately afterward, sparking outrage among fans who accused the teams of being 'anti-American.' Critics, including commentator Craig Carton, condemned the move as disrespectful, while others questioned why no player stood for the anthem.

Supporters, however, framed the protest as a personal stance tied to broader social and political issues, including recent debates over trans athletes in women’s sports. The teams have yet to publicly explain their actions, but the pattern is expected to continue in Games 3 and 4, held in Atlanta.

Up nextWNBA· 38m ago

What did Angel Reese say to Aminata Gueye in heated WNBA Finals moment which ended with a block?