Azzi Fudd May Face WNBA Fine for Latest Comments
Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft, expressed confusion over the league's officiating standards during a preseason game. Her comments follow a history of players being fined for criticizing referees, though the WNBA does not disclose fine amounts. Fudd's remarks echo ongoing concerns from other players about inconsistent officiating in the league.
- ▪Azzi Fudd was selected first overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA Draft.
- ▪Fudd criticized WNBA officiating after a preseason loss, saying she is confused by the physicality rules.
- ▪Players like Sophie Cunningham and Angel Reese have previously been fined for criticizing referees.
- ▪Natasha Cloud suggested referees should be penalized for missed calls just as players are for technical fouls.
- ▪The Dallas Wings will open their regular season against the Indiana Fever on May 9 at 1 p.m. EST.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Dallas Wings selected former UConn star Azzi Fudd with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 13.Fudd seamlessly fit in with the Wings at training camp last month, and she already feels comfortable enough to speak her mind about how uncomfortable she is with WNBA officiating."Honestly, I feel more confused," Fudd told reporters after the Wings' 101-84 preseason loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday. "Like, I thought you could be physical in the W, and anytime you touch someone, it's a foul. So, I'm not really sure whether to be physical, whether to [be hands off].
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