Seattle Storm fans booed Cunningham during the game, while Storm center Stefanie Dolson countered by wearing a "Trans Rights are Human Rights" shirt backed by her team. A few dozen people gathered outside Climate Pledge Arena ahead of the Seattle Storm-Indiana Fever game on Tuesday, in support of Fever player Sophie Cunningham and her recent comments about transgender athletes. This prompted Seattle Storm minority owner Celeste Keaton to allegedly curse the teens out and call them "[expletive] insane." The Seattle Storm organization backed Dorson's stance, while the Fever seemingly took a neutral stance, saying their players are "thoughtful adults with their own perspectives and voices." SEATTLE, WA - JULY 28 : Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever smiles before the game against the Seattle Storm on July 28, 2026 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington.