Two-time WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart held an "Abolish ICE" sign during player introductions at Unrivaled on Sunday. She expressed disgust over recent federal immigration actions in Minneapolis, stating her protest was fueled by a desire for policies that uplift communities rather than fuel fear and violence.

The protest carries personal weight for Stewart, whose wife Marta Xargay Casademont is a Spanish citizen working toward U.S. citizenship. Stewart criticized current policies for splitting up families and affecting innocent people, using her platform to advocate for immigration reform amid ongoing WNBA labor negotiations.

Other WNBA players, including Napheesa Collier and Brianna Turner, publicly supported protests in Minnesota. The league has a history of activism, from the 2020 bubble season to now. Stewart urged fans to contact local officials, emphasizing that sustained advocacy is necessary for meaningful change.