The WNBA announced the end of its investigation into the allegations of racist fan behavior directed at star Angel Reese during a game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever, releasing its findings in a statement posted to WNBA Communications' social media. Sky CEO and President Adam Fox responded shortly after through the team's X profile, addressing the situation directly.

“We appreciate the quick action by the league and the Indiana Fever to take this matter seriously and to investigate,” the Sky's message began. “This process demonstrates the league's strong stance on stopping hate at all WNBA games and events, and we will continue to support those efforts.”

The Sky's announcement comes after both Reese and head coach Tyler Marsh publicly spoke out on the May 17 incident. Marsh told reporters that he was initially unaware that anything had taken place. After being asked when he became aware of the alleged hate speech, Marsh answered, “When everyone else did.”

The courtside boss continued, “You know, it's something that we heard about, and you know, again, we're just forthcoming with anything that the league is able to do investigation-wise.”

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Marsh also re-emphasized the message of the league's recently launched “No Space for Hate” initiative. “I think we're in compliance with the league, and obviously there's no room or space in our game for hate,” Marsh said.

Reese echoed the same sentiment when she broke her silence, definitively saying, “Obviously there's no place in this league for that” when asked about her feelings during a press conference.

The W launched its investigation on May 19, not too long after announcing the NSFH campaign meant to respond to and reduce acts of hate directed at WNBA players. The league experienced an increase in hateful rhetoric directed towards its players during its record-breaking season of growth.