The WNBA is investigating allegations of hateful, racial comments made by a fan at the combative season opener between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever on Saturday in Indianapolis.

¡°The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms ¡ª they have no place in our league or in society,¡± the league said in a statement Sunday. ¡°We are aware of the allegations and are looking into the matter.¡±

The Women¡¯s National Basketball Players Association also addressed the reports of ¡°hateful comments¡± in a statement Sunday, saying, ¡°Such behavior is unacceptable in our sport.¡±