Charles Barkley criticizes DiJonai Carrington's foul on Sophie Cunningham

Charles Barkley condemned DiJonai Carrington for a foul on Sophie Cunningham during a Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever game on August 8. Carrington struck Cunningham in the head while contesting a shot, leading to her ejection after officials upgraded the foul to a Flagrant 2. The incident intensified after Carrington posted a controversial message online shortly after her ejection. Barkley argued that Carrington's post diverted attention from the foul itself, saying it was a mistake to invoke race, while Carrington claimed the contact was unintentional. The rivalry between the Fever and Sky has been notable for its physicality, with the recent incident adding to the ongoing narrative.

• 3:21 AMYahoo Sports — Charles Barkley blasts DiJonai Carrington over Sophie Cunningham foul and controversial post