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The WNBA decided to follow in the steps of the NBA and announced the games scheduled for Wednesday was postponed.
The WNBA announced that the three games scheduled for this evening have been postponed. Information regarding rescheduling of the games will be provided when available.
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 26, 2020
Center @E_Williams_1 reads statement on @espn as the representative for all @WNBA players. Tonight's games have been cancelled. pic.twitter.com/xDz4uCQSiD
— Atlanta Dream (@AtlantaDream) August 26, 2020
The protest comes in response to the shooting of 29-year-old, unarmed black man named Jacob Blake who was shot seven times by police on Sunday in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
On yesterday the WNBA observed the day as a Day of Reflection, a Day of Informed Action and Mobilization.
#SayHerName#BlackLivesMatter#StrongerTogether pic.twitter.com/HAmQz2R7uZ
— WNBPA (@TheWNBPA) August 27, 2020
Today the Atlanta Dream (3-11) will take on the Minnesota Lynx (9-4) this Friday, August 28 at 7:00 p.m. ET on Fox Sports Southeast.
Games resume tonight. The fight for justice and equality never stops. pic.twitter.com/OQVrkEIiJR
— WNBA (@WNBA) August 28, 2020
Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the Atlanta Dream 2020 WNBA Season.
#OneCityOneDream #blacklivesmatter #unity
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