DiJonai Carrington Plays Against Storm Following Ejection and Controversial Comments

DiJonai Carrington of the Chicago Sky played against the Seattle Storm on Monday night after being ejected from a previous game for a Flagrant 2 foul against Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever. The WNBA did not announce any disciplinary action following the incident, which occurred during a game on Saturday. Carrington's foul involved hitting Cunningham in the face, leading to her ejection. After the incident, Carrington posted on social media, referencing 'White privilege,' although she did not clarify the context of her statement. In a response to criticism, Carrington stated that she did not claim the foul assessment was related to white privilege and emphasized her understanding of the term's historical significance. The incident has drawn attention amid ongoing discussions about biological men in women's sports, a topic that has sparked protests and counter-protests involving Cunningham. Carrington has faced scrutiny in the past for her aggressive playing style and previous controversies involving other players. She is currently in her sixth WNBA season, averaging 9.8 points and 2.2 rebounds per game.