Summary
The WNBA suspended Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve for Game 4 of the semifinals after she criticized the referees following a close loss to the Phoenix Mercury. Reeve is the first head coach to get suspended in a WNBA playoff game for speaking out about officiating. Associate head coach Eric Thibault and assistant coach Rebekkah Brunson will lead the Lynx in the next game.
Key Facts
- The Minnesota Lynx lost Game 3 to the Phoenix Mercury with a score of 84-76.
- Star player Napheesa Collier injured her ankle during the game.
- Coach Cheryl Reeve was ejected after arguing with referees.
- Reeve was suspended for Game 4 because of her actions and comments.
- This is the first time a WNBA head coach is suspended during playoffs for criticizing officiating.
- The WNBA cited Reeve’s conduct on the court and her comments in a press conference as reasons for the suspension.
- The Lynx will play without their head coach in Game 4, and Collier’s participation is uncertain due to her injury.
