The WNBA has faced criticism after posting and then deleting a social media video showing Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese discussing a $400 wager on a game between their teams.
The conversation, which dated back to All-Star weekend, involved Bueckers and Reese agreeing to put $400 on their matchup.
The WNBA initially posted the clip on its own account, adding a caption and a laughing emoji, but later removed it after realizing its attempt at humor had gone too far.
The league has a strict policy prohibiting players from wagering on WNBA games, and players receive yearly training on the rules.
WNBA players are well aware of the league's policies, and the WNBA has addressed the matter internally, but has not announced any punishment for Bueckers or Reese.
The episode raises questions about the league's handling of the situation and the broader issue of gambling in professional sports.
Professional basketball has faced increasing scrutiny around gambling in recent years, with the NBA requesting documents and phone records from several teams following a federal investigation.
The league has also issued lifetime bans to players who have been found to have deliberately limited their participation for betting purposes.
The WNBA's handling of the situation will likely be closely watched as the league continues to navigate the complex issue of gambling in professional sports.
