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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Sophie Cunningham Twerking Gone Viral, Caitlin Clark Rejects Fan Request
Sophie Cunningham Twerking Gone Viral, Caitlin Clark Rejects Fan Request originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The Indiana Fever made history on the court, but it was Sophie Cunningham who lit up the internet. Advertisement Following the Fever's stunning 74–59 Commissioner's Cup victory over the Minnesota Lynx, Cunningham celebrated the franchise's first Cup title with a move no one saw coming. As her teammates posed with the trophy and popped champagne, Cunningham turned toward the locker room camera, dropped into a twerk, and instantly set social media ablaze. The moment lasted mere seconds. But in the modern sports world, that's more than enough to go viral. Yet amid the noise, Cunningham's moment sparked a surge of interest in the Fever, and that may be the most important point of all. In a league that still fights for media attention, this viral moment kept the spotlight firmly on Indiana's night of triumph. Advertisement And it wasn't just Cunningham who had fans talking. Her postgame Instagram carousel, a behind-the-scenes blend of Fever travel, court highlights, and locker room laughs, drew major reactions from teammates Caitlin Clark and Lexie Hull. Yet the real social media moment came when a fan begged Clark in the comments: 'Come on CC, shake it!' Clark's response? Blunt and honest: 'I don't think you guys want that.' A witty rejection that instantly became its meme, reinforcing Clark's cool confidence even from the sidelines. Clark has missed the Fever's last three games with a groin strain, but her absence didn't slow Indiana down. The Fever erased a 13-point deficit in the Commissioner's Cup Final behind a dominant 18–0 run in the second quarter. Advertisement Natasha Howard was named the unanimous Cup MVP, finishing with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and a commanding defensive performance against Lynx star Napheesa Collier. Aliyah Boston added a double-double, while Cunningham dropped 13 points, including a game-sealing three in the fourth quarter. The Fever's win proved they're more than just the Caitlin Clark show. They're deep, resilient, and capable of rising under pressure. And Sophie Cunningham? She's now the unofficial hype queen of a team brimming with confidence. While Commissioner's Cup wins don't count toward regular season standings, they carry real weight in pride and prize money. The Fever's $500,000 win shows a rising powerhouse, and Cunningham's postgame twerk, for better or worse, ensured the moment wasn't forgotten. As for Caitlin Clark, her focus remains on getting healthy. But between her playful jabs on Instagram and the Fever's statement win without her, Indiana fans suddenly find themselves with something rare: swagger, depth, and momentum. Advertisement In 2025, the Fever aren't just competing. They're vibing and dancing, all the way to relevance. Related: New Video Shows How Caitlin Clark Gets Hit During Game, Fever Teammate Gets Revenge This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jul 2, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Major Personal Announcement After Playoff Elimination
The Milwaukee Bucks' season ended in heartbreaking fashion on Tuesday when the team suffered a 119-118 overtime loss to the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series. Despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's triple‑double effort of 30 points, 20 rebounds and 13 assists, the Bucks have been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the third straight season. Advertisement Just 48 hours after the loss, however, the spotlight shifted to the Bucks' franchise player and his family. On Thursday, Antetokounmpo and his wife, Mariah, quietly welcomed their fourth child, a baby girl named Aria Capri. Mariah took to Instagram to share the first photo with a simple 'Aria Capri 💛' caption. Milwaukee surged from an early 2-8 slump to secure a 48-34 record, led by Antetokounmpo's historic performance in winning the 2024 NBA Cup and earning Cup MVP honors. But Damian Lillard's Achilles tear and Khris Middleton's midseason trade exposed thin roster depth and derailed any championship hopes. Advertisement At 30 years old, Antetokounmpo boasts a resume few can match: two NBA MVP awards (2019, 2020), 2021 Finals MVP, 2020 Defensive Player of the Year and nine All‑Star nods. His decision to remain under contract through 2028 keeps Milwaukee in the conversation, but only if the front office can surround him with viable support. Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34).Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images The Bucks enter a pivotal offseason trapped under supermax salary constraints with Lillard's recovery timeline and limited draft assets complicating any quick fix. Management faces tough calls on player options and must unearth cost‑efficient role players to avoid another early playoff flameout. Advertisement Aria Capri's arrival offers Antetokounmpo a moment of personal joy and perspective as he weighs his professional future. Related: NBA Turns Heads With Historic Celtics Post Related: Draymond Green's Brutally Honest Response on Warriors' Blowout Loss
