Sophie Cunningham shares insights from pregame talk with Cheryl Reeve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:28 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Sophie Cunningham revealed details from her pregame conversation with Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve before the Fever-Lynx game on Sunday. The discussion, which touched on the topic of transgender athletes, was characterized by mutual respect despite differing views. Cunningham appreciated Reeve's direct approach, stating they exchanged personal stories and left the conversation amicably. This event gained attention as Indiana Fever also experienced a 108-100 loss to the Lynx, ending their five-game winning streak. The Fever still reached 100 points for the sixth consecutive game, maintaining offensive momentum. Indiana will return home for their next game on Thursday.
- •Cheryl Reeve approached Cunningham to discuss differing views on transgender athletes.
- •Cunningham respected Reeve for addressing her face-to-face.
- •Minnesota defeated Indiana 108-100, ending Fever's five-game winning streak.
- •Fever scored 100 points for the sixth straight game.
- •Indiana Fever will host their next game on Thursday.
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham gives respect to Cheryl Reeve after viral pre-game conversation
- 5:28 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham reveals what Cheryl Reeve told her during pregame conversation
"Sophie Cunningham explained why she respected Cheryl Reeve after their widely discussed conversation before the Fever-Lynx game
"Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has nothing but respect for Cheryl Reeve after their conversation recently.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 6:57 PMSophie Cunningham gives respect to Cheryl Reeve after viral pre-game conversation
Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham has nothing but respect for Cheryl Reeve after their conversation recently.
- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 5:28 PMSophie Cunningham reveals what Cheryl Reeve told her during pregame conversation
Sophie Cunningham explained why she respected Cheryl Reeve after their widely discussed conversation before the Fever-Lynx game
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