Security Called on WNBA Star DiJonai Carrington Sparks Controversy
Dallas Wings player DiJonai Carrington is at the center of a heated debate after security was summoned during a post-game altercation with referees following the Wings’ loss to the Chicago Sky. Carrington expressed her frustration on social media, labeling the incident a “microaggression” and questioning why security was called when she was having a “civil conversation” with the referee. The video of the incident shows a security guard stepping between Carrington and the official, prompting the official to back away while pulling the security guard for protection.
Fans React to the Incident
The incident has sparked a mixed reaction from fans, with some supporting Carrington’s stance and others criticizing her for being confrontational. One fan commented, “To be fair, you’ve poked eyeballs for less,” referencing Carrington’s infamous eye-poke incident with Caitlin Clark last season. Others chimed in, saying “Security intervening was a bit extra” and “WNBA refs are so afraid of confrontation”. Former Dallas Wings player Cheryl Swoopes also weighed in, saying the referee should never officiate a game again if he felt threatened.
A Pattern of Controversy
This isn’t the first time Carrington has been involved in controversy. Last season, she poked Caitlin Clark in the eye during a playoff game, and the two players’ teammate, NaLyssa Smith, poked Carrington in the eye during an Instagram Live video, prompting laughter and a lighthearted response from Carrington. The incident has reignited debate around player treatment and league officiating in the WNBA
