Look: Sports World Saddened By The WNBA Investigation News

Look Sports World Saddened By The WNBA Investigation News

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The WNBA is investigating recent allegations made by former Las Vegas Aces player Diorica Hamby.

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In a recent social media post after being traded to the Los Angeles Sparks, Hamby claimed that the Aces "bullied,

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manipulated and discriminated against" her because of her ongoing pregnancy with her second child.

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The sports world took to social media to react to the allegations.

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One fan wrote, "A business yes, but the humans who make the league should come first."

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"Wow that's sad," said another.

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"Damn. This is disappointing and hard to read.

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I wish Diorica nothing but the best,

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and I certainly hope Aces will address this and try to do much better," added another.

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The Aces deflected questions about Hamby's allegations during Candace Parker's introductory press conference on Tuesday.

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The league is also reportedly investigating claims that the Aces made

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"under-the-table" payments to current players and free agents.

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