Cunningham also weighed in on the pattern of certain WNBA peers choosing not to stand on the court for the national anthem, which has received heightened scrutiny throughout the WNBA Finals.Cunningham's statements came during an appearance on Theo Von’s "This Past Weekend" podcast while discussing stalking, unwanted attention and the importance of player security.FEVER 2026 TIMELINE: HOW CAITLIN CLARK, SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM AND RIVALS LIKELY CHANGED THE WNBA FOREVERThis page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners.If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated.
This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom."We’ll have to check if I’m even allowed to say this," Cunningham said."I like have I think 20 I think people kind of that the FBI are watching for me.Me alone"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham celebrates a blocked shot in the second half against the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind., on Aug.
11, 2026.(IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect)Cunningham did not identify those individuals or explain what the agency’s involvement entails.
Her estimate and description of the FBI’s role have not been independently verified.The discussion began as Cunningham described how increased exposure has changed players’ experiences, bringing larger audiences and greater security needs.TRUMP SHOUTS OUT 'BEAUTIFUL' SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM AT OHIO RALLY: 'WOULDN'T MIND HER ON THE TEAM'"People are going to know who you are, and that’s a really great thing," she said.But Cunningham said the attention also comes with concerns that fans may not consider."We do have a lot of stalkers.I know I do," she said.
"And like that’s a negative side of things that people don’t think about.And so you do want to feel secure."She praised the Fever’s security arrangements, describing player protection as a significant part of the league’s changing landscape.Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cun...