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‘So Embarrassing,’ ‘Unmitigated Disaster’ — Basketball World Rips WNBA As ESPN Insider Reveals Championship Ceremony May Be Held on ‘Practice Court’

The WNBA is facing strong backlash across the basketball community following reports that a potential championship trophy presentation might be relocated to a practice facility. ESPN reporter Ramona Shelburne brought attention to the logistical hurdle, noting that a tight arena turnaround could prevent fans from gathering on the primary floor for the postgame festivities.

The complication arises from a scheduling conflict on Thursday, when an NBA fixture between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Atlanta Hawks is slated for the evening at the same venue following a 12:30 p.m. ET WNBA Finals matchup.

Golden State currently holds a three-games-to-two advantage in the series after securing a 64-55 victory over Atlanta in Monday's fifth contest. If the Valkyries capture another win to clinch the title, the league will have to decide whether the trophy presentation must be moved away from the main floor due to the rapid court conversion needed for the evening basketball game.

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