Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham isn't one to stay silent, and she's proving that again after being left off the roster for this weekend's WNBA 3-Point Contest. The sharpshooter, who's knocking down a blistering 43.7% from beyond the arc this season, took to social media with a message that spoke volumes.
“Soooo what else is new with everyone?” Cunningham posted on X (formerly Twitter), alongside a screenshot of her three-point shooting percentage. The caption, dripping with sarcasm, came just hours after the league announced the six-player field for the All-Star weekend event.
The contest lineup includes rookie sensation Azzi Fudd, Portland Fire forward Bridget Carleton, Seattle Storm guard Natisha Hiedeman, Atlanta Dream star Rhyne Howard, Toronto Tempo veteran Marina Mabrey, and Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaun. Notably absent: Cunningham, despite her elite shooting numbers.
Fans have been quick to cry foul, accusing the WNBA of intentionally snubbing the Fever guard. It's the latest chapter in what's been a rollercoaster week for Cunningham. Just yesterday, it was reported that the WNBA Players Association is blocking licensees from using her viral “Sophie point” finger-pointing taunt in any deals, calling it “derogatory.”
While Cunningham hasn't directly addressed the union's move, her latest post feels like a clear shot at the league. She's been a vocal presence all season, and this snub only adds fuel to the fire. The 43.7% mark isn't just good—it's among the best in the league, making her omission all the more puzzling.
Meanwhile, Fever superstar Caitlin Clark—who's averaging 20.7 points and 7.8 assists per game—turned down an invitation to compete in the contest, according to Front Office Sports. Clark, the all-time Division I leader in made three-pointers, has never participated in the event since entering the league three years ago. She'll instead focus on starting in Saturday's All-Star Game.
Cunningham's snub adds to a growing list of controversies surrounding her this year. From her UFC ring girl gig sparking debate to her unfiltered personality, she's become one of the league's most polarizing figures. But on the court, her numbers speak for themselves.
As All-Star weekend approaches, all eyes will be on how Cunningham handles the slight. If her social media response is any indication, she's not about to let this go quietly. The Fever guard has made it clear: she belongs in that contest, and she's not afraid to say so.
