During Friday night’s matchup between the Chicago Sky and the Connecticut Sun, a heated moment unfolded when Chennedy Carter delivered a hard foul on her former teammate, Marina Mabrey. The incident occurred with just two minutes remaining in the first quarter, leaving fans and commentators alike questioning Carter’s intentions.
Mabrey, who had recently been traded from the Sky to the Sun, reportedly requested a move away from Chicago. Whether or not this added tension to the game, Carter’s actions suggested there might have been some lingering animosity. The foul was so aggressive that it earned Carter a flagrant foul, a clear indication that her move was more than just a standard play. Many speculated that Carter was trying to send a strong message to Mabrey with her forceful swing.
The response from fans was swift and critical, with many taking to social media to express their outrage over the incident. “I’m glad Marina is on a different team and away from such a toxic teammate,” one fan tweeted, reflecting the general sentiment that Carter’s actions were out of line. Another fan added, “So uncalled for,” while a third described it as “such a dirty foul.” The criticism wasn’t limited to Carter alone; some fans pointed fingers at the Sky’s coaching staff. “At this point, it’s on the coach,” one user commented. “Clearly, this is the culture she’s created.”
Mabrey herself addressed the incident after the game, opting to take the high road. “There’s levels to this [expletive], so I’m not gonna fight with that,” she said, dismissing the notion of engaging further with the situation.
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This isn’t the first time Carter has found herself at the center of controversy. Earlier in the season, she made headlines for hip-checking WNBA star Caitlin Clark during a game, an incident that also raised questions about her on-court conduct. Carter’s aggressive style of play has now led to four flagrant fouls this season, putting her on the brink of an automatic suspension, as one more would trigger the league’s disciplinary action.
As the WNBA season progresses, all eyes will be on Carter to see if she can rein in her aggressive tendencies and avoid further disciplinary measures.
Meanwhile, the fallout from her foul on Mabrey continues to fuel discussions about sportsmanship and the culture within the Chicago Sky organization.
