The WNBA's Season Of Clash Is Big Business For The Permanently Aggrieved | Defector
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"If you are assessing intent, never see the slow-motion version, ever." A psychologist highlights how slow-motion replays can distort viewers' perceptions of intent in sports.
"I was trying to make a play on the ball and I guess I followed through and I hit her." DiJonai Carrington clarifies her accidental contact with Caitlin Clark during the game.
The fan's 'BAN NAILS' shirt reflects a broader cultural grievance, revealing how sports can invoke complex emotional responses that transcend the game itself.
Replay reviews condition fans to think slow-motion reveals truths, but sometimes obscures them, leading to misinterpretations of players' actions.
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