Reeve Faces Suspension After Heated Game 3
Cheryl was all fired up! In the regular season, the Minnesota Lynx were a standout in the WNBA, but their luck seems to have taken a turn during the playoffs. Currently, they find themselves down 2-1 in their semifinal series against the Phoenix Mercury.
And here’s where it gets complicated—they’re also navigating this tension without their head coach.
In the closing moments of Game 3, Reeve lost her cool after a controversial play involving Mercury Forward Alyssa Thomas. A ball was stolen from Lynx Guard Naphesa Collier, leading to a fall that raised more than a few eyebrows.
Reeve clearly thought there was a foul, and when the ref didn’t agree, she really let loose. It was, well, a wild scene.
The Lynx coach was furious. I was ready to throw my hands. Imagine an NBA coach like this. elite. pic.twitter.com/lcvonzgbji
– Jack Mac (@jackmaccfb) September 27, 2025
As entertaining as these moments can be, it’s worth noting that many observers, including an NBA referee, pointed out that Thomas had played the ball cleanly. They argued that there was no foul, suggesting the contact afterward was accidental.
This is not a foul. Thomas legally reaches the ball and loosens the ball before contact. If the ball is clearly loose, leg-to-leg contact can be accidental. This was correctly judged in real time as no call. pic.twitter.com/kdimdrwsne
– NBA referee (@officialnbarefs) September 27, 2025
Nevertheless, Reeve continued to clash with the officials, leading to the WNBA suggesting that changes were needed at the league’s oversight level.
“As for the moderator, I would like to ask for a change in leadership at the league level,” she stated, emphasizing her frustration over officiating in Game 3.
“As far as moderators are concerned, I would like to ask for leadership changes at the league level.”
Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve responded to hosting Game 3 of the Lynx-Mercury WNBA semi-finals. pic.twitter.com/xuyfxmyqla
– espn (@espn) September 27, 2025
This tumultuous situation culminated in Reeve receiving a suspension from the WNBA, which leaves fans scratching their heads about what comes next.
