Fake report about Stephanie White's firing causes stir among Fever fans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:43 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
A false report circulated on social media claims that the Indiana Fever have fired head coach Stephanie White. The rumor gained traction after White's controversial comments regarding DiJonai Carrington's foul on Sophie Cunningham, which drew criticism from fans. The Fever's organization made no announcement confirming any coaching change, nor was the claim validated by reliable sources. The backlash stemmed from White's remarks defending Carrington's actions, which some fans felt undermined Cunningham's experience after the hard foul. White stated she was unaware of Carrington's social media response during a press conference. The coaching situation for the Fever remains unchanged as of now.
- •A fake firing report for Stephanie White went viral on social media.
- •White made controversial comments after a foul incident involving Cunningham and Carrington.
- •The Fever have not announced any coaching changes.
- •White defended Carrington despite fan backlash.
- •Cunningham criticized the foul and Carrington's social media post.
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — Fake Stephanie White firing report sends Fever fans into frenzy
"A fake report claiming the Indiana Fever fired Stephanie White quickly went viral following the coach’s controversial response to DiJonai Carrington’s foul on Sophie Cunningham.
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