The web of social media is intriguing, helping players to connect with the fans and express their feelings in the public domain, too. From the WNBA, Angel Reese is one of the most-followed athletes on social media and recently got a shoutout from Cardi B for her TikTok dance video. But on the flip side, Rhyne Howard received a ban from TikTok Live, which frustrated the player.
Social media platforms follow strict rules for operating an account, and breaking any of them gives them the right to suspend the account completely or even impose a limited-access ban. The former Kentucky star received a five-year ban on TikTok Live.
Rhyne Howard’s Funny Attempt To Get Back TikTok Live Access
During the offseason, the 25-year-old star had been in the news for her performances with Team USA and for leading the side alongside debutants in the senior team. While the player had a very productive season on the floor, her off-the-floor dilemma is very different.
As per a photo shared, the Atlanta Dream forward received a five-year ban from TikTok Live. Reports indicate the ban was due to a live stream incident involving a Nerf gun. The player hilariously pleaded on social media and wrote, “FREE ME YALL.”
FREE ME YALL 😭
— Rhyne Howard 🤟🏾🈳 (@howard_rhyne) March 29, 2026
Fans also showed support for the 2022 rookie, giving her different tips to ask to lift the ban. Howard has been very active on TikTok and has over 70K followers on the platform, while on other platforms, the player has 90K+ followers.
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On the work front, the player is one of the top free agents in the league and attracts much interest from teams. While the Dream team will certainly protect the forward in the expansion draft, she has multiple free-agent options to compete for the championship.
Rhyne Howard Becomes Top Candidate For Indiana Fever In Free Agency
The Atlanta Dream’s loss in the first round forced the franchise to think deeper about its roster and make adjustments for the tougher competition ahead. As for the Tennessee-born star, her performance in the season provides her with an opportunity to play in a championship contender side with a stronger core.
With her recent outing with Team USA and connection with Caitlin Clark, many saw her as a perfect fit for the Fever team, who can use her defensive tenacity and shooting prowess to complement CC’s playmaking and Stephanie White’s game plans.
While the 2022 Rookie of the Year winner can negotiate with other teams, the Atlanta Dream holds the right to match any offer sheet she receives to keep her on their roster.