Imagine sitting at a WNBA game, cheering for your favorite team, and suddenly, a sex toy lands on the court! Sounds wild, right? Well, that's exactly what happened—again! This bizarre trend has prompted the WNBA to take a serious stand against fans throwing objects during games.

In a shocking series of incidents, the league recently issued a stern warning to fans after a sex toy was tossed onto the court during a game between the Los Angeles Sparks and the Indiana Fever. This wasn’t a one-time gag; it was the third occurrence in just one week! During the second quarter, as Fever guard Sophie Cunningham was focused on the game, a toy hit the ground nearby, causing her to jump in surprise. You could feel the collective gasp from the audience as Sparks player Kelsey Plum swiftly kicked the object away, proving that even amidst chaos, the game must go on.

The WNBA released an official statement emphasizing that safety is their top priority. They made it clear that any fan caught throwing objects onto the court could be immediately ejected, banned for a year, and potentially face arrest. The league stated, ‘The safety and well-being of everyone in our arenas is a top priority for our league.’ And they mean it! With a history of incidents surrounding safety, it’s crucial that fans respect the game and the players.

Cunningham herself had taken to social media, pleading with fans not to throw such objects, fearing that someone could get hurt. Sparks head coach Lynne Roberts echoed her sentiments, calling the actions 'ridiculous' and 'stupid'. She stressed the importance of respecting the game and ensuring player safety. And who wouldn’t agree? It’s not just about the fun; it’s about making sure everyone leaves the arena in one piece!

This isn’t the first time this has happened. The very first incident occurred in Atlanta during a game where a fan was arrested after throwing a toy. Shortly after, another incident unfolded in Chicago, where a toy landed under a basket, causing officials to kick it aside. Surprisingly, it seems like the trend is gaining traction, with reports of green toys also being tossed during games in Phoenix and New York—even landing near children in one case!

Savanna Hamilton, a sports commentator, expressed her concerns, stating that while some players might have played off the first incident as a joke, the safety risks are real. ‘It’s their workplace, and workplace safety matters. They could seriously actually get hurt,’ she said. The WNBA has fought hard for recognition and respect, and this ongoing trend threatens to undermine those efforts. As Hamilton put it, ‘The joke’s over.’