Police are investigating a threatening, homophobic email sent to WNBA player Breanna Stewart’s wife during the finals game. The email threatened the couple’s lives, prompting Stewart’s wife to file a report with the police. The matter is being investigated by the Hate Crimes Task Force as a possible bias incident based on sexual orientation discrimination. Stewart confirmed the threats and reported the situation to the team and league for safety measures. The threatening email came after the New York Liberty lost Game 1 of the finals, and Stewart missed key shots. The incident highlights the increasing amount of hateful speech directed at players on social media, prompting WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to address the issue and prioritize player safety and mental health. The Liberty and Lynx are set to play Game 3 on Wednesday night.
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Breanna Stewart, New York Liberty standout, and her wife targeted with homophobic threats during WNBA Finals
