Shai Gilgeous-Alexander did all he could on Saturday night, but in the end it was too much to overcome that three of OKC’s core guys didn’t play in Game 7. Jalen Williams was out with a hamstring. Ajay Mitchell had a strained calf. And Chet Holmgren caught a case of the Ben Simmons bug. 

Yeah, Holmgren was technically on the floor for 33 minutes. He did about as much in that time as Williams and Mitchell did from the bench in street clothes, scoring four points on two shot attempts as the Thunder failed in their mission to become the first repeat NBA champion since the 2018 Warriors. 

It’s the Spurs who are marching on to the Finals to face the Knicks after a 111-103 victory in one of the most poised performances you will ever see from a team in a Game 7. It came on the road, against the defending champions, with three players age 22 or younger leading the charge. 

Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper were awesome in Game 6 to keep San Antonio’s season alive, and they were awesome again in Game 7 with a combined 48 points, 20 boards and 11 assists. Even those numbers don’t do justice to the absolutely enormous plays each of them made at the most critical points of this game. Huge bucket after huge bucket. Harper and Castle combined for seven offensive rebounds. 

This is what it looks like to step up in a big-time moment. Not a single player on the Spurs backed away from the heat of this game for even a single second. Holmgren, on the other hand, looked terrified. You don’t usually want to make that sort of judgment on a guy from afar, but this was too obvious to ignore. The guy wanted nothing to do with Wembanyama. Nothing to do with any pass that came his way. Nothing to do with the moment. 

I cannot stress the two shot attempts enough. This was not a case of Holmgren trying to make plays and just running into Wembanyama at every turn, or driving and kicking, or doing anything productive with the ball. He couldn’t get rid of the thing quickly enough. 

This is what it looks like to catch a pass, take a look at the guy in front of you, and simply say “no thanks” and hot-potato it right back where it came from, only to basically be forced to try something when it comes back to you and not even being able to stay on your feet. 

Meanwhile, this is what Wemby was busy doing to Holmgren. 

Let’s also be clear: Wemby wasn’t even Holmgren’s primary defender in this series. The Spurs put wings on him like Devin Vassell and Julian Champagnie as Wemby roamed as a paint protector (he basically met Chet at every turn as a help defender), and yet he still couldn’t find a way to exploit the size mismatches as a seven-footer in his own right. 

To even say Holmgren was passive on Saturday night would be giving him too much credit. He was basically invisible. Of the four shots he took, zero came in the second half. Zero! That is inexcusable for a guy who will start a five-year, $239 million contract next season. A guy who was voted Third Team All-NBA this season. 

It’s exponentially worse that Holmgren pulled this disappearing act in a game in which the Thunder were, as mentioned, already without Williams and Mitchell. In a game like this, you need more than one guy who can create his own offense, and with those two guys out, SGA needed Holmgren more than ever. It makes you consider this answer from SGA after OKC’s Game 4 loss in which Holmgren tallied just three buckets. 

That is what you call saying everything without saying anything. So let’s just say it for SGA: Holmgren needed to get himself going. It’s cool that OKC coach Mark Daigneault did the honorable thing and tried to take the blame for Holmgren’s no-show in Game 7, but nobody’s buying that line. It bears repeating, this is a max-contract and All-NBA player. Holmgren averaged 10.7 PPG in this series, down from 17 in the regular season. He was held to single digits twice. If he wasn’t going to do anything offensively, he couldn’t even manage to pull more than four rebounds in Game 7? 

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Wembanyama is going to outplay pretty much every opponent on most nights, but OKC needed Holmgren to at least pull his weight in this series. The fact that the Thunder made it to Game 7 despite the Mitchell and Williams injuries and Holmgren laying multiple eggs is a credit to their depth, defense, toughness and the ability of SGA to create offense when he’s not shooting efficiently himself. 

Alex Caruso gave SGA all the help he could muster. Jared McCain went out firing. Cason Wallace was a stud. Lu Dort, who was terrible all series, is going to get a pass because more is expected of Holmgren, and it should be. If Holmgren has an even halfway decent game on Saturday night the Thunder are probably going to the Finals. 

Holmgren is not going to become the next Ben Simmons. He was sensational all season and great through the first two rounds of the playoffs. Wemby just scares him to death. It wasn’t just this game or this series, either. In four regular-season matchups, he averaged just 10.7 PPG on 38% shooting against the Spurs. 

Holmgren takes this matchup personally. Everyone knows that. Wemby treats him like a little brother. He came into this series wanting to prove himself against Wembanyama. But once he lost confidence, which was almost immediately, he was done in this series. 

It will be a problem moving forward, because no matter how good Holmgren is against everyone else, Oklahoma City probably isn’t going back to another Finals without going through Wemby, in at least some capacity, for the next decade plus.

That said, the Simmons comp is striking. We all remember the meltdown Game 7 against the Hawks in 2021 in which Simmons was palpably terrified of even having the ball in his hands for fear of being fouled and having to shoot free throws. He ultimately passed up a wide-open dunk attempt for the defining lowlight of his career. In that game, Simmons took four shots. Holmgren taking two in this one felt eerily similar. 

It wasn’t the only reason the Thunder lost, but it was the biggest one. No question about it. Before the series started, I wondered whether Holmgren was up for this battle when I wrote the following:

Holmgren struggled mightily against Wembanyama and the Spurs this season. It was a big reason why San Antonio took four of the five matchups, which I don’t put too much weight on, but it can’t be discounted entering this series. The Spurs know they can beat the Thunder. That’s half the battle. 

OKC’s equation changes quite a bit if Holmgren emerges as a legit No. 2 scorer to take some weight off of Mitchell and Williams having to do that. He’s averaging 18.6 PPG on 60/39/88 shooting splits so far, but it’s not the Lakers, against whom he averaged 20 PPG with a big 24-and-12 showing in the clincher, or the Suns on the other side. It’s Wembanyama. Whole different ballgame. 

Holmgren takes this Wemby matchup personal. Everyone knows that. He tried to do too much in their regular-season matchups, hunting his own buckets outside the offense. It’s a fine line, because has to be aggressive. OKC probably can’t win if he isn’t. Especially if Williams’ hamstring issues pop back up. If Holmgren gets badly outplayed by Wemby, OKC will have a pretty steep hill to climb. 

Indeed, Holmgren was badly outplayed by Wembanyama. And in the end, the hill was too steep to climb. 

At least 45 people were arrested in Paris on Saturday after celebrations over Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory descended into chaos, with fires set, businesses vandalized and crowds clashing with police.

Police detained dozens of people as crowds gathered across the French capital following PSG’s victory.

Large crowds gathered near the Arc de Triomphe after the match, with some fans setting off flares and blaring car horns, according to reports from The Associated Press.

Police worked to contain thousands of people gathered along the Champs-Élysées.

POLICE ARREST FIGHT SUSPECTS AT ISRAEL-FRANCE SOCCER GAME DAYS AFTER ATTACKS ON ISRAELI FANS IN AMSTERDAM

A car burns and fireworks explode as police watch PSG supporters celebrate in Paris, Saturday, May 30, 2026, after the Champions League final soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal that’s being played in Budapest. (AP Photo/Thomas Padilla)

According to authorities, a group of individuals attempted to storm a police station in the French capital late Saturday.

The Paris police prefecture said some people vandalized shops, set fires and torched vehicles during the unrest.

A bakery and a restaurant were damaged during the disturbances, police said.

HUNDREDS OF MIGRANTS EVICTED FROM PARIS THEATER AFTER SQUATTING THERE FOR MONTHS

Paris St Germain fans celebrate winning the UEFA Champions League. (REUTERS/Abdul Saboor)

Authorities also said a crowd briefly blocked the main ring road surrounding the city before police dispersed the gathering.

One police officer was injured, according to police.

As of 10 p.m. local time, police had arrested at least 45 people.

Celebrations erupted across Paris after PSG defeated Arsenal in a dramatic Champions League final, securing one of the club’s biggest achievements on the European stage.

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A car burns as PSG supporters celebrate in Paris, Saturday, May 30, 2026 after the Champions League final soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal. (AP Photo/Thomas Padilla)

Violent celebrations also followed PSG’s previous Champions League triumph. After the club won the title last year, 201 people were injured in Paris and more than 500 arrests were made across France.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

The narrative for the Oklahoma City Thunder was clear as they entered Game 7: Someone needed to step up with both Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell out for the winner-take-all contest.

That someone could easily have been Chet Holmgren. Should have been, even. The 7-foot-1 big man was a third-team All-NBA selection and finished second in Defensive Player of the Year voting. Only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored more points for OKC this season.

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It is hard to emphasize enough just how badly that idea worked out.

A potential duel with Victor Wembanyama might as well have been a shadow-boxing session, as Holmgren was a non-factor in the game that decided the Thunder’s season. He finished with 4 points on 1-of-2 shooting (two shots!) with 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks and 2 turnovers.

He had his moments on defense, but OKC needed far more than a defensively inclined big man in Game 7. What’s more, both of those shots came in the Thunder’s first four possessions. He made a step-back jumper after deciding against challenging Wembanyama in the paint. He missed a float with Wembanyama waiting for him at the basket.

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And then he didn’t take a shot for the rest of the game.

That’s not to say he didn’t get the ball. He just avoided doing anything with it while Wembanyama was looming. And the few times he did try to something, like on an iso with his team down five points in the fourth quarter, the results were… not star-level.

Maybe it’s unfair to expect Holmgren to do something he hasn’t all season. He is a shooter and finisher on offense, not a creator. With Williams and Mitchell out, OKC’s biggest problem in Game 7 was an offense that didn’t know what to do when Gilgeous-Alexander didn’t have the ball. Holmgren has never been a ballhandler and this wasn’t exactly the best environment to give it a try.

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However, we need to remember two things.

One, this is the player who has been frequently presented as a foil to Wembanyama, a physical freak approaching the absurdity of a 7-foot-4 Frenchman with guard handles. They are supposed to be rivals, and one of them decided it wasn’t even worth trying to go toe-to-toe in the biggest game of the season.

Two, Holmgren signed a five-year, $239 million max extension last year that goes into effect next season. If he can’t be something, anything, for the Thunder against the Wembanyama-era Spurs, there might be some re-evaluating to do in Oklahoma City.

Trade speculation was running rampant on social media before the game even ended. It could be a long offseason for the Thunder, which is suddenly facing the idea of a younger team that could blot out its future, much like OKC did to the West’s other contenders last year.

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No single player should have his future judged off just one game (though this wasn’t a great series overall for Holmgren before Saturday, either). It’s simply a sign of how catastrophic Saturday was that a contender trading a 24-year-old All-NBA defensive anchor is even a conversation.

Pep Guardiola has managed his last match as Manchester City manager but has reportedly set his eyes on his next job

Pep Guardiola has reportedly ‘told friends’ that he wants to be England boss, just days after his departure from Manchester City was confirmed. The iconic manager has called time on a decade-long stint in Manchester, winning 20 trophies, including six Premier League titles and the Champions League.

The Daily Mail as per The Sun claim the outgoing City boss won’t return to club management any time soon, suggesting a recent Instagram post from Guardiola’s daughter was a retirement post, rather than a farewell to Manchester.

The report claims Guardiola has told close friends that he wants to take charge of the Three Lions one day, and although the former Barcelona and Man City boss is ‘prone to changing his mind hastily,’ he won’t be lining up a new job in domestic football.

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It’s previously been claimed that Guardiola wants to lead a nation to World Cup glory, having won all there is to win at club level.

However, the outgoing Man City boss may have to wait if he wants to take charge of England at a major tournament, given current boss Thomas Tuchel signed a contract extension ahead of this summer’s World Cup.

The German head coach is set to take charge of England at his first major tournament this summer in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Tuchel’s contract was set to expire after the tournament, but the FA agreed fresh terms with the former Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea boss to extend his stay until the summer of 2028.

The Three Lions are preparing to jet off to the USA where they’ll face Croatia, Ghana and Panama in the group stages of the tournament.

As for City, they’re yet to name Guardiola’s successor, though his former assistant Enzo Maresca is the favourite to take over at the Etihad Stadium.

“When the club tell me who it is, of course I will call him,” said Guardiola when asked about his successor. “I will tell him, ‘Be yourself and the club will support you unconditionally’.

“That is the biggest compliment, or the biggest luck that all the managers who have been here have had. You will be protected in the bad moments more than any other club.

“Be yourself, be free, go with your ideas. Work a lot and everything will be fine.”

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The Minnesota Vikings haven’t employed an official general manager since before the Super Bowl, firing Kwesi Adofo-Mensah on January 30th. Four months later — to the day — the franchise changed that, hiring Nolan Teasley from the Seattle Seahawks.

The man in charge in an interim capacity this offseason, Rob Brzezinski, will stay within the organization and retain a powerful role, largely responsible for the finances.

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It’s official. ESPN’s Kevin Seifert wrote Saturday, “The Minnesota Vikings have hired Nolan Teasley as their general manager, sources told NFL Network‘s Tom Pelissero on Saturday, concluding an unusual chapter for the franchise. Teasley has spent the past 13 seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, where he began as an intern and advanced to assistant general manager in 2023.”

“He replaces Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, whom the Vikings fired Jan. 30, and interim general manager Rob Brzezinski, who was also a candidate for the permanent job. Because they fired Adofo-Mensah so late in the process, the Wilfs — the Vikings owners — decided to tap Brzezinski, their longtime salary cap analyst and contract negotiator, to lead a temporary front office during the most important team-building time of the year.”

All told, Minnesota interviewed nine candidates for the vacant position, with Teasley as the last man standing.

Who’s Tealsey?

Teasley isn’t just some random name from the league’s executive directory. He’s been with the Seahawks since 2013, starting as a scouting intern and steadily climbing the ranks ever since.

He was slated for his 14th season with Seattle and fourth as assistant general manager, and Teasley has been busy. He previously spent five seasons as the Director of Pro Personnel, one year as the Assistant Director of Pro Personnel, and three seasons as a Pro Personnel Scout. The progression reflects a mighty journey up the front office ladder.

In Seattle, Teasley’s responsibilities were extensive. He collaborated closely with head boss John Schneider, the President of Football Operations and general manager, on player acquisition activities, including the draft, free agency, and trade discussions. Additionally, he oversaw football operations, worked with Seattle’s performance staff on roster development, and contributed to the team’s use of data in scouting.

This last aspect is particularly important. Modern front offices rely not only on traditional scouting reports but also on effective communication across scouting, research, and analytics. Teasley excels in this area, which is precisely the kind of crossover experience Minnesota evidently sought.

Moreover, Teasley’s background in pro personnel is sweet. In his previous roles, he played a key part in fine-tuning Seattle’s strategies for unrestricted free agency, the draft, the undrafted free-agent process, and year-round trade analysis.

Overall, the Vikings essentially hired the guy with the best player scouting resume — perhaps blowback from Adofo-Mensah’s four underwhelming draft classes.

SKOR North‘s Thor Nystrome tweeted, “A+ hire — the one ‘outsider’ candidate, and one of the most respected evaluators in the NFL who wasn’t already a GM. An NFL source told me recently that Teasley would have already been a GM if he played politics. ‘Grinder’ and ‘innovator’ are two words commonly used to describe him.”

It’s also worth noting that the Vikings’ fan base universally approved of the hire on social media, which is tough to do in 2026 for any sports team.

Expect Share Authority

While Teasley will yield ample power, don’t expect head coach Kevin O’Connell and the aforementioned Brzezinski to fade from the decision-making spotlight. Seifert also tweeted, “The Wilfs view Nolan Teasley, Kevin O’Connell and Rob Brzezinski as a leadership team that features experts in their particular fields. 🔺”

Since Zygi and Mark Wilf bought the Vikings 20 years ago — yes, it’s been that long — the ownership group has craved a system of checks and balances more than most organizations. In fact, during their first six years, the Wilfs didn’t even employ an official general manager.

Expect a “triangle of authority” between Teasley, O’Connell, and Brzezinski.

The Athletic‘s Alec Lewis opined. “Why Nolan Teasley? The Vikings have a ton of respect for John Schneider, the way he operates, per sources. Teasley comes with college/pro evaluation experience and is respected in industry. Pairs with Rob Brzezinski & Kevin O’Connell as three experts in their areas.”

Brzezinski Not Going Anywhere

Before Adofo-Mensah’s termination, Brzezinski was known among fans as “the money guy” and “cap wizard.” All signs point to those nicknames remaining intact. SI.com‘s Albert Breer noted, “New Vikings GM Nolan Teasley will report directly to ownership, I’m told. And EVP of football operations Rob Brzezinski, who interviewed for the GM job, plans to stay and work with Teasley and HC Kevin O’Connell. New setup should give the team strong leadership in all 3 areas.”

Brzezinski has worked for the Vikings since 1999 — one year after Minnesota drafted Randy Moss. If you were hoping for Brzezinski to stay on as the top boss, Saturday’s news shouldn’t be much of a letdown. He’s the Executive Vice President of Football Operations.

Teasley’s first tasks might look something like this:

Teasley is 42 — about the same age as O’Connell.

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Manly head to Shark Park riding a wave of momentum and defensive confidence, with Kieran Foran helping steer a dramatic turnaround in recent weeks. The Sea Eagles are conceding barely two tries per game during their current stretch, a remarkable return in the modern NRL era, and their left-edge attack shapes as a major weapon against Cronulla’s vulnerable right side. The Sharks remain capable of explosive attacking football when Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall combine fluently, but consistency has been harder to find. Cronulla’s home record keeps this matchup intriguing, although Manly’s ability to control field position and limit errors gives the visitors a slight edge in what shapes as one of the tighter contests of the round.

Cardiff lost head coach Matt Sherratt to Steve Tandy’s backroom staff just a few days before the season started, with forwards boss Corniel van Zyl making the step up to replace him.

“We’re proud of the boys from where we started the season into how we finished,” said van Zyl.

“To end up sixth, with 16 quality teams, I say would make us proud. Unfortunately we couldn’t push on to the next step and that’s the disappointing part.”

Van Zyl guided Cardiff to 11 league victories, with eight of those coming at their Arms Park home.

With only one URC win achieved outside of Wales this season, securing an unlikely play-off victory in South Africa against a former tournament winner was always going to be a tough ask.

The squad landing just a few days before the fixture after a 6,000-mile flight to Cape Town added to their task.

Cardiff flanker Dan Thomas has been one of the shining lights this season and again impressed against Stormers.

The open-side did not want to accept defeat but acknowledged the steps made in the 2025-26 campaign.

“Everyone was happy with how the season went, we made the play-offs which was important for the club, but no-one remembers who loses in quarter-finals,” Thomas told S4C.

“Making the play-offs is important for the club.

“It’s an odd one, we’re happy with how the season has gone, but you want silverware. It is back to the drawing board now and we need to start again.”

Cardiff have signed Australian veteran prop Scott Sio next season, which they will hope shores up a scrum taken apart by Stormers.

“It is obvious, our set-piece needs to improve,” said Thomas.

“The Stormers were dominant and we didn’t cope. We knew it was coming and still couldn’t stop it.

“We know the hard work will start in pre-season.”

Adam Azim headlines at Wembley Arena this evening as one of British boxing’s brightest young talents looks to move a step closer to world title contention against battle-hardened Canadian Steve Claggett.

The unbeaten 24-year-old has long been tipped for the top, with his speed, timing and finishing ability helping him build a perfect professional record. Last time out, Azim produced arguably the best performance of his career, stopping former world title challenger Sergey Lipinets to underline his credentials at 140lbs.

Canada’s Claggett, meanwhile, arrives as a proven gatekeeper at world level and former title challenger. The 36-year-old shared the ring with Teofimo Lopez last year and could provide a test for Azim’s gas tank.

Victory for Azim would strengthen calls for a shot at a world title in the next 18 months, with the Slough fighter currently in the top 10 with the WBC, WBO and IBF. Defeat, however, would represent a major setback against an opponent brought in to test, rather than derail, his rise.

Stay with Boxing News for a live scorecard, round-by-round updates and the final result from Wembley Arena.

Adam Azim vs Steve Claggett live scorecard

This is a Boxing News live scorecard and not the official score from the judges.

Adam Azim vs Steve Claggett fight result

Azim TKO 3. Hugely impressive from Azim, who couldn’t miss with the uppercut. He burst Claggett’s nose in the first, dropped him in the second and forced referee Victor Loughlin to step in and stop it in the third. The Canadian’s come-forward pressure just could not work against such a precise and punishing puncher in Azim, who moves on to world level.

In 33 fights, nobody has been able to solve the puzzle that Naoya Inoue presents. Does an unbeaten retirement await one of boxing’s modern greats?

The Japanese phenomenon has 27 knockouts and recently beat countryman Junto Nakatani in Tokyo to solidify his position at the top of the pound-for-pound list.

Inoue has laid out the plan for the rest of his campaign in no uncertain terms – stick around at super-bantamweight for one more fight, likely Jesse Rodriguez, before moving up to featherweight in pursuit of belts in a fifth division.

If that is how things play out, there are currently four champions waiting for him: the WBO’s Rafael Espinoza, the WBA’s Brandon Figueroa, the IBF’s Angelo Leo and the WBC’s Bruce Carrington.

Though not the only titlist at 126lbs to call Inoue out, Carrington has been perhaps the most vocal, and has now doubled down on his claim that defeating ‘The Monster’ would not be too tough a night at the office.

Asked by Luis Para if he believes it is a hard matchup, ‘Shu Shu’ was clear in his answer.

“No. I think he actually plays [into] my style. I think he’s a good boxer, very twitchy and things like that, but there are certain things that I know I could use to make him fight my fight.”

Carrington then questioned whether or not Inoue’s knockout power would carry up in weight.

“To be honest, I think it will be tough. Any of the champions will give him a tough fight … I don’t think Inoue’s punching power would show as much with the champions in the featherweight division.”

Carrington won the WBC belt by stopping Carlost Castro at Madison Square Garden back in January. He puts it on the line in a first defence against Rene Palacios in July.

Meanwhile, Inoue will have a close eye on ‘Bam’ Rodriguez’s upcoming move to bantamweight against Antonio Vargas in Phoenix on June 13, with victory for the former likely locking in the Japanese champion’s final fight at 122lbs.

Las Vegas Aces guard Chennedy Carter was much talked about recently after a recent social media post that shaded her role with the team and 2026 No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd.

Less than a day following the Aces’ 95-87 loss to the Dallas Wings on Thursday, Carter criticized Fudd, who arguably had her best game in the WNBA. The Wings rookie scored 22 points on 9-of-15 shooting in her first career start. The veteran guard added that she wanted her “leash” off, which seemed to be a shade in her playing time.

“Not to mention, I made her ankle touch the ground,” Carter wrote on Threads. “But y’all can hollar at me when my leash is off, too. It’s completely unfair, even though statistically, it’s not even close.”

On Saturday, Carter said that she will have a break from social media following the criticism she received.

“30 day ban starting now, bc you drag situations. You’ll learn this app is a free app and fans dont own it!” Carter said.

Several people reacted to Carter’s latest Threads post, with one account saying that she might have been issued a warning by Aces coach Becky Hammon.

“Becky told her to STFU or is she is playing in Mexico soon,” the post said.

“They using u as clickbait, trying to get likes! Can’t wait until u show them! Ur come up, is close! Deals!” another fan wrote.

“This wasn’t even a situation until you said something. You’re a vet but are acting like a rookie maturity wise. You should acknowledge where Azzi had you in the game and use that to help you improve. Talent should recognize talent no matter what experience, stats, age, team, etc. You can stand up for yourself without shading other people,” a fan posted.

Amid the numerous criticisms of Carter, some fans expressed their support for the 5-foot-9 guard.

“Is the ban on fans or on yourself?” one fan replied.

“Girl why Azzi though? Most of her fans were rooting for you, too. You two are both great players who both have had their careers interrupted, but who we still believed in completely. And Lord knows that girl don’t bother nobody. Why Azzi mannn?” another fan said.

“Lil sis. Protect your peace. You’re having a career year and definitely on your way to being 6POY. Leave this social media alone and go get that ring, fam,” a fan commented.

Last month, Las Vegas signed Carter to a training camp contract. According to Spotrac, the deal was worth $277,500 for one year.

Carter has played in all of the Aces’ seven games this season. She is averaging a career-high 19.1 points per game on 64.6% shooting, including 56.3% from 3-point range, 21.9 minutes off the bench. She is the team’s second-leading scorer behind four-time WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson and the league’s leader in bench points.

WNBA analyst addresses Chennedy Carter’s recent social media posts

WNBA analyst Grant Young of Sports Illustrated chimed in on what he described as a social media outburst by Chennedy Carter. Young doubled down on several of the fan comments that they felt like Carter had turned the corner in her first season with Las Vegas.

“The problem is that these questions had followed Chennedy throughout her career,” Young said. “And it makes it seem like she could not never get out of her own way. That’s why I find this disappointing, especially because for a while, it seems like Chennedy was finally making it that her basketball was the only thing people were talking about.”

Young added that throwing shots at Azzi Fudd was unnecessary, as the rookie had nothing to do with Carter’s role with the Aces. He also said that being frustrated with coaches is a normal occurrence in sports, but there was no need to air it publicly.

Las Vegas has brought back its championship core from last season, and Carter has filled the role of backup guard Dana Evans, who is recovering from a leg injury.