Saturday, July 23, 2016

WNBA Rescinds Fines Issued Over 'Black Lives Matter' Protest

The Women's National Basketball Association said it is rescinding fines imposed on players who violated league uniform rules in expressing support for the "black lives matter" movement.

WNBA President Lisa Borders made the announcement Saturday, following fines imposed on teams and players and criticism from some players. 

The Indiana Fever, New York Liberty and Phoenix Mercury were fined $5,000 each, and each player was fined $500 for wearing black T-shirts during pre-game warm-ups in the wake of recent shootings by and against police officers.  

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Source: NBC News

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