Royce White became a fan-favorite guest at Fever game amid Simone Biles' appearance

Royce White, a former NBA player who declared for the 2027 WNBA draft, made an unannounced appearance at an Indiana Fever game. He was warmly welcomed by fans, a stark contrast to the hostile reception Enes Kanter Freedom received at a previous game. White attributed the positive experience to the people of Indiana, contrasting it with Chicago’s reception.

• Royce White attended an Indiana Fever game unannounced.
• Fans at the game were enthusiastic, taking photos and shaking hands with White.
• This reception was contrasted with Enes Kanter Freedom’s ejection from a Chicago Sky game.
• White stated the Indiana crowd did not have hate for Black trans lesbians, referencing a social media spat involving Simone Biles and Riley Gaines.
• Riley Gaines, also present at the game, commented on the difference in fan reception.
• White believed Indiana’s crowd demonstrated common sense, unlike Chicago’s.