Enes Freedom declares for WNBA amid controversy over comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:52 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Enes Freedom, a former NBA player, announced on August 7, 2026, via a post on X that he is officially declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. This declaration follows remarks by Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham, who expressed controversial views on gender in sports. Freedom's post received significant social media attention, including condemnation. He argues that he qualifies under the WNBA's eligibility guidelines for self-identification, despite expectations that he will not be selected. His announcement raises questions about inclusion policies within the league.
- •Freedom posted his WNBA draft declaration on social media.
- •Cunningham's comments on gender sparked backlash and discussions.
- •Freedom claims eligibility under current WNBA guidelines.
- •His post gained over 2 million views shortly after publication.
- •Expectations are low that Freedom will be considered for the league.
- 6:52 PMYahoo Sports — Why former NBA player says he's declaring for the WNBA
"A strange declaration that blew up on social media.
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