LA Sparks' GM Penny Toler Fired After Using the 'N-Word' in Locker Room Speech

Penny Toler's long and storied career with the Los Angeles Sparks came to an abrupt end last Friday after reports that she had used the "n-word" in a post-game speech last month. Toler, who is black, was the team's executive vice president and general manager, serving in the latter role for 20 seasons.