Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has reignited a past on-court confrontation by calling Phoenix Mercury forward-guard DeWanna Bonner "Miss Priss" in a recent interview. This comments come weeks after a public exchange between the two players that resulted in a technical foul for Caitlin Clark and a finger-wagging incident involving Cunningham. Cunningham, speaking on Shannon Spake's "Sons and Daughters" podcast, described the moment, stating she wasn't initially speaking to Bonner but pointed in response to Bonner's reaction.
"I was just like, 'Hey, if Caitlin got a check, I think she deserves one.' Like, wasn't even looking at her and I just like kind of pointed and it just made her mad, and she was like, 'Don't you point at me,'" Cunningham recounted. "And I was 'Oh, (she) shouldn't have said that.' And so then I just didn't say a word. I did not say a word to her. I just pointed."
Cunningham's remarks and her willingness to address the incident directly have drawn attention, with some observers noting her direct approach.
MLB Pitcher Controversy
In a separate development, Major League Baseball has again faced scrutiny after a starting pitcher was removed from a game while in the midst of a perfect game. This marks the second such occurrence in recent days, following Eury Perez of the Marlins last weekend and Jared Jones the previous night. This situation has led to widespread discussion about managerial decisions and the rarity of perfect games in baseball history, with only 24 official perfect games recorded in the sport's long tenure.
High School Baseball Bat Rule Change
USA Baseball has announced a rule change permitting the use of lighter bats in high school baseball, starting in 2028. The organization stated the move aims to "keeping more athletes in baseball and supporting their long-term development," citing concerns that too many players struggle with the transition to the standard -3 drop weight bats upon entering high school. USA Baseball President John Gall expressed that the change is intended to prevent players from leaving the sport due to difficulty with heavier equipment.
Bryce Harper Controversy
An unusual situation involving Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper has also surfaced. A man reportedly struggling with a gambling addiction received a personalized video message from Harper, sent via FanDuel, thanking him for his support. The incident has sparked conversation about the intersection of sports, gambling, and celebrity endorsements, particularly concerning individuals with known gambling issues.