ESPN analyst Chiney Ogwumike has offered an apology for comments she made about alleged racist remarks directed at Chicago Sky star Angel Reese and other players during a game against the Indiana Fever earlier this month.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Ogwumike pledged to do better with her platform when addressing controversial topics.

"I'm sure you've seen the WNBA's statement on the investigation, and I want to address this with the same energy I did the first time," Ogwumike said. "If you know me, you know I'm not afraid to say I can do better. I am sorry that my message was in the heat of the moment, because when I initially spoke on the topic, it really came from a place of care. It was based on first-hand conversations with people very close to the situation who raised real concerns, and they told me what they had experienced.

"And I felt like it was important and it was necessary to acknowledge those allegations, and also voice those experiences,” she continued. “Now, in the process, however, I totally recognize that it may have impacted fans in a way that I did not intend. And for that, I am sorry," Ogwumike continued.

"I understand that having a platform comes with a responsibility. And I do not take that lightly. So as our league continues to grow, I am going to grow with it."

Following the allegations, the WNBA launched an investigation into the matter. 

In a statement on Tuesday (May 29), the WNBA released the findings of its investigation.

“We have investigated the report of racist fan behavior in the vicinity of the court during the May 17, 2025, Chicago Sky at Indiana Fever game,” the statement read. “Based on information gathered to date, including from relevant fans, team, and arena staff, as well as audio and video review of the game, we have not substantiated it."

“The WNBA is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for everyone and will continue to be vigilant in enforcing our fan code of conduct.”

Although she did not reveal the exact words she heard from the fans, Reese showed her appreciation for her team and the league for supporting her.

"Obviously, there's no place in this league for that," Reese said at that time. "I think the WNBA and our team and our organization has done a great job supporting me. ... Going through this whole process, if it can happen to me, it can happen to anyone."