Why Brianna Turner alleges Fever quietly fired male staffer for sexual harassment in 2025

On the court, the WNBA is past the midway point of the season and approaching what should be an exciting All-Star weekend, showcasing the league's youth and veteran talent.

Off the court, more controversies with political undertones have stolen the headlines.

After Fever veteran Sophie Cunningham spoke out against transgender athletes born as men playing women's sports, Aces forward — and Cunningham's former teammate — reiterated her opposition to that stance. In doing so, she made the claim that the Fever fired a male staffer for sexual harassment last season and told players to remain quiet about the situation.

Here's a look at Turner's claim and Indiana's response.

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Brianna Turner alleges Fever fired male staffer for sexual harassment

In a long thread supporting transgender athletes, Turner alleged "a male staff member was fired for sexual harassment" during her time with the Fever last season.

An issue that has caused problems though? Last year on my WNBA team a male staff member was fired for sexual harassment, but we were encouraged to keep quiet about it. That is an issue. Sexism, misogyny, homophobia, and racism are all issues.

"We were encouraged to keep quiet about it," Turner said.

Turner didn't elaborate, instead turning the conversation back to transgender athletes in women's sports, but the allegation caught the attention of many fans because it hadn't previously been reported.

Here's how the Fever are responding to the claim.

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Fever statement on Brianna Turner allegations

The Fever issued a statement Thursday but didn't necessarily confirm Turner's allegation, instead saying, "We do not comment on personnel matters involving former employees."

Statement from the Indiana Fever in response to last night’s post from former Fever forward Brianna Turner alleging “a male staffer was fired for sexual harassment” last year. pic.twitter.com/je7TSH67rc

"Protecting our players and employees and maintaining a respectful, professional workplace is our top priority," the Fever said, explaining that team policy is to "take concerns seriously" and "investigate thoroughly."

How long did Brianna Turner play for the Fever?

Turner only spent one season with the Fever, appearing in 27 games last season but sparingly.

The former All-Defensive forward only averaged 8.6 minutes per game with Indiana, posting 1.1 points per game. Turner is playing an average of 10.6 minutes per game with the Aces this season.