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Enes Kanter ejected after altercation during Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Enes Kanter ejected after altercation during Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game

Summary

During the WNBA game on August 23, 2026, between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky, former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected following a verbal confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The incident occurred late in the third quarter when Cloud approached Kanter, who was seated courtside, leading to a heated exchange. Kanter made gestures towards Cloud and displayed a shirt reading 'WOMAN noun. adult human female' as he left the arena. His actions have drawn widespread criticism from various media figures, who labeled his behavior as disrespectful and attention-seeking.

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By the Numbers

•Enes Kanter ejects from Fever-Sky game on August 23, 2026.
•Altercation occurs during the third quarter of the match.
•Kanter wears a shirt reading 'WOMAN noun. adult human female'.
•Media figures criticize Kanter's actions and motives.
•The incident adds to the discourse on gender in sports.

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What they're saying

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Former NBA player Enes Freedom Kanter made headlines earlier this month when he declared himself eligible for the WNBA Draft as a transgender woman, making a mockery of the league’s gender policy. Now, he’s made an even bigger fool of himself, sparking widespread outrage from the sports world. During Sunday night’s game between the Indiana…
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