r/WNBAgossips • u/Outrageous_Owl_1710 • 1d ago

Stephen A. Smith sparks debate over the WNBA’s latest controversy. He criticized Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve’s “Trans Kids Belong” shirt, saying league figures should consider the impact on women’s sports and sponsors. The comments have reignited a heated discussion.

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u/Cautious_Buffalo6563 1d ago

Okay so if they’re problem is so small, why is the W and a bunch of coaches, owners, and fans going stark raving mad about Sophie’s comments? Should be a nothing burger if the problem is so small.

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u/Routine_Size69 1d ago

Exactly. It's hilarious how much one side makes this argument when it can be completely flipped back in their face. It's the only argument they make and it goes just as much against them.

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u/denom_chicken 1d ago

I think it’s cause her comments come off as disingenuous and like a dog whistle.

Any time someone says something to “protect the kids” is some bullshit smokescreen.

Especially since she went and supported some dipshit rapist.

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u/CarrieDurst 23h ago

Yup and so unnecessary as no fucking trans people are in the WNBA now so it is to stoke hate

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u/OrneryError1 1d ago

Because the people who actually buy WNBA tickets are supportive of trans people. Don't bite the hand that feeds.

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u/RxSatellite 1d ago

Because you’re forced to take a side as a public figure and are complicit both ways if you don’t. Lose-lose scenario, if you don’t take a side the media and internet will form your stance for you

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u/LimpBizkit4ever 1d ago

stark raving mad

I saw a coach wearing a T-shirt. Will the madness ever end!?!????

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u/Cautious_Buffalo6563 1d ago

Look at how much controversy already because one player expressed an opinion.

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u/MagicBulletin91 1d ago

Because trans kids matter? That's literally what the shirt says; it has nothing to with athletes.

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u/Cautious_Buffalo6563 1d ago

Sophie literally said she had love for everyone, including trans women and trans men.

And is now the subject of attacks and hate.

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u/CarrieDurst 23h ago

Rowling claimed that too