WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Responds to Trump Using Viral Meme

WNBA player Sophie Cunningham has commented on the use of viral images showing her pointing at fellow player DeWanna Bonner, seemingly giving her approval for President Donald Trump to use them. The images captured Cunningham during an argument in a game against the Phoenix Mercury on June 22, 2026, where her team, the Indiana Fever, won 86-77.

The incident has become one of the most widely shared sports memes of the year. On June 30, the White House posted a reference to the meme, which included a video clip of Cunningham speaking on her podcast and a famous campaign video of Trump pointing at the camera in 2024.

While speaking to reporters on Friday, Cunningham commented on this unlikely pairing. “I think everyone around the world is posting it,” she remarked regarding the White House’s post. She told reporters that numerous companies have shared the meme, and that she views the White House’s use as just another entity doing the same.

Discussing the original incident on her podcast, Cunningham mentioned that her technical foul for the gesture against Mercury was “the weakest thing I’ve ever seen in my life.” She clarified that she didn’t say anything during the disagreement; she was simply pointing as the opposing player reacted.

Additionally, Cunningham is addressing the legal situation involving an Indianapolis man charged with stalking her and threatening a security executive. This information highlights the challenges athletes might face beyond the sports arena.