The Dallas Wings’ latest preseason victory ended with a verbal officiating confusion from Azzi Fudd. But to the relief of most, the rookie will not face any consequences for that.

While the Wings advanced to a 2-0 preseason record after beating the Las Vegas Aces by 101-84 on May 3, a foul-troubled Fudd voiced out confusion that could’ve led to a fine. But hopefully, Front Office Sports’ Colin Salao cleared the air.

“I thought you could be physical in the W, and anytime you touch someone, it’s a foul. So, I’m not really sure whether to be physical…” commented Fudd initially. However, Salao confirmed, “A source tells Front Office Sports that the league won’t be fining Fudd for her comments.”

Other than racking up 12 points against the Aces, the former UConn Huskies’ star picked up 5 fouls across 2 preseason games. And following that, she was “more confused” about the physicality aspect.

While she expressed what seemed like a backhanded swipe at the officiating during a postgame press conference, her teammate Jessica Shepard joked that Fudd “may get hit” with a fine. But that wouldn’t be the case.

Freed from the fine trouble, Fudd can focus better and resolve her confusions. However, her remarks shed some light on the issue, which has been quite rampant lately.

Azzi Fudd’s Comments Highlighted the Ongoing Officiating Concerns

Before the 2025 Final, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert talked about establishing a “multi-stakeholder” task force to evaluate officiating. And the Indiana Fever’s coach Stephanie White also spoke up.

“Talking about it and making changes are two different things,” White said. “Do I hope that there’s improvement? Of course. But just like athletes and just like coaches, it takes time, experience, and commitment to being consistent with it.”

While Fudd vocalised her confusion regarding the extent of physicality allowed in the games, White had a different take. She hoped that there would be “a lot of whistles early” and more consistency on that matter.

Moving forward, which side do you think is more legitimate concerning the officiating matters? Let us know in the comments.

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Deblina Roy

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Souvik Roy