Sophie Cunningham responds to boos with strong shooting in Fever's win
Fox News • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 1:17 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Sophie Cunningham led the Indiana Fever to a 112-98 victory over the Portland team on Friday night. Despite being booed and facing a hostile crowd waving a trans flag, Cunningham managed to hit 3 of 5 shots from beyond the arc. This performance came in a tense atmosphere where she faced significant backlash from fans. The Fever continue to compete in the WNBA as the season progresses.
- •Cunningham scored crucial points despite crowd hostility.
- •Fever achieved a decisive 112-98 victory on August 1.
- •Cunningham made 3 of 5 three-point attempts.
- •The game occurred in Portland, Oregon.
- •Fever's season performance is critical for upcoming playoffs.
- 1:17 PMFox News — Sophie Cunningham sends blunt message to booing, trans flag-waving WNBA crowd after drilling shot - Fox News
"Portland fans waved a trans flag and booed Sophie Cunningham every touch, but she drilled 3 of 5 from three in the Fever's 112-98 win Friday.
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