New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- A disturbing incident disrupted the Indiana Fever's game against the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday, when a sex toy was thrown from the stands, landing close to Fever forward Sophie Cunningham. The moment, caught on camera, has intensified concerns about player safety and respect in the WNBA.

With 2:05 left in the second quarter, the game in Los Angeles Spak paused after the object landed near Cunningham, who was positioned close to the lane. The 28-year-old leaped back in shock as Sparks player Kelsey Plum quickly kicked the item into the stands. Fans jeered and pointed at the suspected culprit, according to CNN. The Los Angeles Sparks secured a 100-91 victory, but the incident cast a shadow over the game.

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