Nate Tibbetts stands by Alyssa Thomas, questions WNBA’s suspension process
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Nate Tibbetts stands by Alyssa Thomas, questions WNBA’s suspension process
TORONTO — Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts didn’t hold back in defending Alyssa Thomas on Saturday, arguing the WNBA failed to conduct a thorough review before suspending one of the franchise’s cornerstone players for one game. Jun 20, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts watches game action against the Seattle Storm in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.
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