In a shocking turn of events, the WNBA announced today that it has fired three referees who officiated the heated matchup between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky, after uncovering their involvement in what is now being called the largest bribery scandal in WNBA history.

According to an official statement released by the league early this morning, an internal investigation found “clear and compelling evidence” that the referees in question had accepted bribes from an unidentified third party to influence key calls during the game held on June 6.

🕵️ The Scandal Uncovered

The investigation, which was initiated after fans and players raised concerns about “highly questionable calls” during the final quarter of the game, revealed encrypted communications, suspicious bank transactions, and even internal whistleblower testimony from a league staffer.

One senior WNBA official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said:

“This is not just about a few bad calls — this was a coordinated effort to manipulate the outcome of a professional game for financial gain. It’s a betrayal of everything the WNBA stands for.”

🎥 Controversial Game Footage

Fans had already been speculating about unusual refereeing decisions, especially a critical foul called on Fever star Caitlin Clark in the final 30 seconds of the game, which led to two free throws and a narrow win for Chicago.

Clips of the call quickly went viral, with millions of fans sharing slow-motion replays and claiming the foul was “completely fabricated.” The hashtag #RiggedForSky trended on social media within hours.

🔥 Fans Demand Replay

Immediately following the league’s announcement, Indiana Fever fans flooded social media and the WNBA office with demands for a full replay of the controversial game.

One viral tweet read:

“You robbed Caitlin Clark and the Fever of a hard-earned win. Now make it right. REPLAY THE GAME.”

Petitions calling for a rematch have gathered over 300,000 signatures in less than 24 hours, with even prominent former players like Tamika Catchings and Sue Bird weighing in.

“If integrity matters, the league needs to take bold action,” Bird posted on Instagram.

🗣️ WNBA Responds

In a hastily organized press conference this afternoon, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert addressed the situation.

“Let me be clear — the actions of these referees are unacceptable and do not reflect the values of our league,” Engelbert said.

“While we are not currently planning to replay the game, we are reviewing all options, including potential disciplinary action against teams or individuals involved. The integrity of the game is our top priority.”

This decision has fueled further outrage, with Fever fans accusing the league of “sweeping things under the rug” to protect its brand.

🧩 What’s Next?

The WNBA has promised a full report will be made public by the end of the week, and federal authorities have reportedly been contacted due to the possibility of criminal conduct.

Meanwhile, the Fever continue their regular season — but with a cloud of controversy hanging over them and a fanbase that feels deeply betrayed.

As the sports world watches closely, one thing is clear:

This scandal has shaken the WNBA to its core — and the fallout is far from over.