India, Aug. 23 -- The Indiana Fever have travelled to New York for Saturday night's matchup against the Liberty, with the team focused on securing a win. However, one player has remained at the center of attention in recent weeks following her comments.

Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has reignited the ongoing debate surrounding transgender participation in women's sports and its place within the WNBA.

Since her remarks, Cunningham has faced criticism as well as support from fans across social media. Ahead of the Fever's matchup against the Liberty, however, she received a notable show of support that extended beyond the online space.

This time, supporters made their presence felt in person, with people gathering outside Barclays Center ...