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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Is Red Panda alright? Pat McAfee gives update after halftime performer's scary fall at WNBA game
Red Panda. Image via: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images Red Panda, the beloved halftime performer known for her dazzling unicycle and bowl-flipping act, suffered a serious injury during Tuesday night's WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final between the Indiana Fever and the Minnesota Lynx. The shocking incident unfolded when she lost balance early in her routine, fell forward off her custom-built 8-foot-high unicycle, and was escorted off the court in a wheelchair. While fans anxiously awaited news, Pat McAfee helped deliver an update straight from Red Panda's team. Pat McAfee shares emotional update on Red Panda's injury and recovery journey The next day, sports media personality Pat McAfee shared a message from Red Panda's team on X, giving the first official word on her condition. 'Thank you very much to all NBA, WNBA, Universities, media individuals and her ever supporting fans for your kindness and concern. Last night at Lynx/Fever, she took a fall at the very beginning of the show, due to left paddle of her unicycle was damaged during transit, her left wrist was severely fractured at the same spot for the 2nd time,' the statement read. According to the update, Red Panda — whose real name is Rong Niu — spent 11 hours at a Minneapolis hospital following the fall. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Two members of the Minnesota Lynx staff, Greta and Sheridan, stayed by her side throughout the night. 'She is very grateful. She is on her way home now and the Doctors in Minneapolis have recommended that as soon as she gets home, she meet with an orthopedic surgeon for the 2nd part of repair,' the statement continued. Red Panda's team also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love. 'Red panda, wants me to Thank all of you for the kind wishes and support, it means the world to her. She much appreciates from her heart the support she is receiving. We'll keep you all posted.' The 52-year-old Chinese-American performer has long been an icon across basketball arenas, captivating audiences with her extraordinary control, balance, and tradition. She most recently performed during Game 5 of the NBA Finals in Oklahoma City. Also Read: LeBron James silently creates another NBA record as Deandre Ayton joins Los Angeles Lakers WNBA star Caitlin Clark also sent her love in an Instagram Live after the game. 'Red Panda, we love you!' said the Indiana Fever guard, who missed the match due to injury. Despite her absence, the Fever secured a 74–59 win. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
New York Post
02-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
ESPN ripped for awful YouTube blunder before Fever 's Commissioner's Cup win
Oops. A bold pregame graphic from ESPN's YouTube channel turned heads Tuesday night after allegedly teasing a headline that read, 'Lynx dominate Fever,' ahead of the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final, as captured on social media. But the script flipped as the Fever convincingly beat the Minnesota Lynx, 74–59, to take home the title. And they did so despite the absence of Caitlin Clark, whose injury-plagued season sidelined her once more. The internet didn't forget, either, as seen in a post from former Big3 sideline reporter Rachel DeMita. 3 The ESPN caption on YouTube. @RADeMita/X 'What tf are you doing ESPN????' she posted to X. The Fever surged in the second half, outscoring the Lynx, 42–25, over the final two quarters. Indiana trailed, 20-12, after the first quarter before outpacing Minnesota, 62-39, for the rest of the contest. Natasha Howard led the way for Indiana with a dominant two-way performance, finishing with 16 points, 12 rebounds, four assists and two steals to earn Commissioner's Cup MVP honors. 3 Natasha Howard won Commissioner Cup MVP. NBAE via Getty Images Aaliyah Boston, Aari McDonald and Kelsey Mitchell all contributed 12 points each in the win. Boston also added 11 rebounds and six assists. 3 Natasha Howard works around Jessica Shepard of the Minnesota Lynx during the second quarter of the championship game of the 2025 Commissioners Cup at Target Center on July 1, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Getty Images Minnesota, meanwhile, struggled offensively. Napheesa Collier was held to 12 points on 6-for-18 shooting, and the Lynx shot just 34.9 percent as a team. Turnovers (16) and poor transition defense proved costly, as did their 3-point shooting, landing at just 25 percent (4 of 16). Alanna Smith paced the effort with 15 points, and Courtney Williams added 11 but also had six turnovers. The game marked Indiana's first Commissioner's Cup victory in what has otherwise been an uneasy season. The Fever are just 8-8 while dealing with Clark missing seven regular-season games plus Tuesday night's tilt.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Caitlin Clark ruled OUT for Commissioner's Cup Final vs. Minnesota Lynx
For the third straight game, Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White will be without her star, Caitlin Clark. This one is a big one, as it is the WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final. As if the Fever needed any more obstacles, they are set to face off against the team with the best record in the league, the Minnesota Lynx. This will be the third straight game Clark will miss due to her groin injury. She already missed five games earlier in the season with a quad injury. Indiana sits in third place in the Eastern Conference with their 8-8 record. Minnesota, who went to the WNBA Finals last season only to fall short in five games to the New York Liberty, comes in at 14-2. They are 2.5 games ahead of Phoenix at the top of the Western Conference. Advertisement The Lynx are also looking to become the first team to ever win the Commissioner's Cup in back-to-back seasons. Last year, the Lynx won on the road against the Las Vegas Aces. MORE: How much will Caitlin Clark get for winning WNBA Commissioner's Cup Clark is second on the team with 18.2 points per game and leads with 8.9 assists per game. In her last game before the injury, Clark played 31 minutes against Seattle, scoring just six points. Indiana added Aari McDonald for the remainder of the season following the departure of DeWanna Bonner. McDonald has made a start in her five games and is scoring 12 points per game. Kelsey Mitchell is the top scorer on the team with 18.9 points per game, while Aliyah Boston has been strong with 15.9 points and 8.2 rebounds per game. Advertisement Indiana's next game after the Tuesday night tilt is Thursday at home against the Aces. MORE WNBA NEWS:
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
WNBA Commissioner's Cup on Hulu + Live TV: How to Watch Chicago Sky vs. New York Liberty Live Online
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. With the WNBA Commissioner's Cup in full swing, the league pits conference rivals against each throughout the month of June in an in-season tournament to see which teams will make make it to the WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final on Tuesday, July 1. More from Variety Disney Closes Hulu Deal With Comcast, Paying Billions Less Than NBCU Was Seeking NBA Finals 2025 Livestream: How to Watch Game 2 Online Without Cable for Free Junto Nakatani vs. Ryosuke Nishida Livestream: How to Watch Top Rank Boxing Event Online For the second week of the tournament, Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky face off against Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York on Tuesday, June 10. The WNBA game tips off at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on ESPN. watch Sky vs. Liberty Online with Hulu + Live TV Looking to watch the WNBA Commissioner's Cup game online? Hulu + Live TV includes ESPN, which means you'll be able to livestream the game. It also includes ESPN2, ABC, CBS, CBS Sports Network and other networks for even more WNBA action. Additionally, the streaming service has a 3-day free trial, while Hulu + Live TV starts at $82.99/month. With the streaming service, you'll get access to all of Hulu's award-winning original shows, thousands of movies on-demand and access to both Disney+ and ESPN+ through its bundled package. Meanwhile, Hulu + Live TV's built-in live guide makes it easy to find ESPN in your lineup, and add-ons like extra screens and enhanced DVR let you record the entire season if you'd rather watch at your own pace. It's a seamless way to keep up with the tournament as it progresses — and with competitors this sharp, you'll want to see every clue as it's revealed. WNBA Commissioner's Cup 2025: The Chicago Sky vs. New York Liberty game broadcasts on ESPN via Hulu + Live TV with tipoff at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. watch Sky vs. Liberty Online with Hulu + Live TV Best of Variety 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts? 25 Hollywood Legends Who Deserve an Honorary Oscar New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
