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Fever GM defends Indiana fanbase against attacks: 'They have no basis in reality'

Indiana Fever general manager Amber Cox firmly rejected criticism directed at the team supporters during weekend exit interviews following their playoff elimination. Cox argued that characterizations of the fanbase being excessively hostile lack any connection to reality and noted that zero spectators received ejections or violated league conduct rules throughout the year.

During the same media availability, guard Kelsey Mitchell addressed the immense pressure accompanying the franchise, pointing out the severe vitriol players face in direct messages and daily interactions. The fallout stems partly from previous on-court friction involving Las Vegas Aces players A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young, which also led to courtside incidents earlier in the campaign at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

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