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Former WNBA players spark controversy with Sophie Cunningham foul comments

Former WNBA players Sydney Colson and Theresa Plaisance sparked debate during their podcast regarding physical play against Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. The discussion centered on hard fouls occurring during transition layups and three-point attempts, though no specific opponent was identified as intending to implement such tactics.

Colson, a two-time champion, previously played alongside Cunningham in Indiana during the 2025 season before suffering a season-ending knee injury. Plaisance, who also secured a title with Las Vegas, holds nine years of league experience.

This conversation followed earlier public remarks from Colson regarding Indiana team management and organizational responses to player concerns. In a separate event from August 2026, DiJonai Carrington was ejected from a game at the United Center after officials assessed a Flagrant 2 foul for contact against Cunningham during a layup attempt.

The Indiana Fever ultimately secured a 90-86 victory in that contest, which featured a 27-point performance from Kelsey Mitchell.

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