Skip Bayless reacts to DiJonai Carrington’s post after Sophie Cunningham incident

Skip Bayless and DiJonai Carrington became the latest figures to add fuel to one of the WNBA’s growing rivalries after the Chicago Sky forward looked ahead to her next meeting with the Indiana Fever. Carrington’s social media post following Saturday’s heated contest quickly caught Bayless’ attention, as the longtime sports commentator weighed in on the aftermath of the physical matchup.

The tension stemmed from Chicago’s 90-86 loss to Indiana, a game defined by its physical play from the opening quarter. Carrington was ejected after being assessed a Flagrant Foul 2 for striking Fever guard Sophie Cunningham across the face while attempting to contest a layup. The play intensified an already emotional contest and became the defining moment of the afternoon as officials removed Carrington from the game.

Jul 31, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) reacts to game play against the Portland Fire during the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Despite the ejection, Carrington appeared eager to move on to the next chapter of the rivalry. Shortly after the game, she posted the date of the teams’ next scheduled meeting on Aug. 23, accompanied by a smiling emoji. The message quickly circulated across social media, prompting Bayless to react as fans debated whether the rivalry between the two teams had reached another level following Saturday’s confrontation.

Carrington’s return to the floor has already drawn attention after she missed Chicago’s first 27 games because of injury. The 2024 WNBA Most Improved Player and All-Defensive First Team selection has appeared in only a handful of contests this season, but her presence has added another competitive element to a Sky team searching for consistency. Chicago fell to 12-20 with the loss, making every remaining game increasingly important in its pursuit of a late-season turnaround.

Skip Bayless Reacts to Chicago Sky Star DiJonai Carrington’s Post After Incident With Sophie Cunningham

Chicago Sky, DiJonai Carrington — Aug 21, 2025; College Park, Georgia, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard DiJonai Carrington (3) dribbles towards the basket against Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray (15) during the second half at Gateway Center Arena at College Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Bayless shared his thoughts about Carrington‘s post involving Cunningham. This can be seen in a post he shared on his official X account.

‘Sophie Cunningham is the one who should be circling 8/23, not DiJonai Carrington,” Bayless tweeted.

Indiana, meanwhile, continued its strong campaign by improving to 20-12. Cunningham played a key role in helping the Fever secure another victory as the club maintained its position among the league’s playoff contenders. With Caitlin Clark leading the offense and the supporting cast embracing the team’s physical identity, the Fever have continued to establish themselves as one of the WNBA’s toughest opponents.

The attention surrounding Carrington‘s post and Bayless’ reaction has only heightened anticipation for the Aug. 23 rematch between the Sky and Fever. Given the intensity displayed during their latest meeting, the next installment promises to be one of the most closely watched games on the WNBA schedule as both teams look to settle unfinished business on the court.