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The WNBA continued to be plagued by lewd disturbances this week as fans in arenas across the league disrupted play by throwing adult toys on the court.

For Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve, the “prank,” as some call it, is much more serious than just a viral moment.

“This has been going on for centuries — the sexualization of women,” she told reporters Thursday after the team’s practice.

“This is the latest version of that. And it’s not funny. And it should not be the butt of jokes on any radio shows or in print or in any comments.”

Reeve took a moment to address the situation — unprompted — as at least six WNBA games have involved similar incidents.

“The sexualization of women is what’s used to hold women down. And this is no differe

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