Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft amid controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:03 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has announced his declaration for the 2027 WNBA Draft, which has sparked discussions in the basketball community. His statement comes as the Indiana Fever navigate ongoing controversies regarding inclusion and competition in women's sports, especially following teammate Sophie Cunningham's comments about transgender athletes. Freedom's move appears to challenge existing eligibility guidelines as he questions the parameters for determining participation in the league. Former Indiana Hoosiers interim head coach Dan Dakich criticized Fever head coach Stephanie White's stance on inclusion, stating it must now be put to the test. Freedom has not provided a detailed explanation for his decision.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom declares for the 2027 WNBA Draft on August 2, 2026.
- •Freedom's statement challenges existing WNBA eligibility guidelines.
- •Dan Dakich criticizes Stephanie White's inclusion stance in response to Freedom's announcement.
- •Sophie Cunningham's prior comments on transgender athletes generated significant backlash.
- •White admits to lacking scientific knowledge on the issue during an interview.
- 4:03 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Put That to a Test!!’ – Ex-Indiana HC Takes Shots at Stephanie White’s After Enes Kanter Freedom Declares for WNBA Draft
- 6:34 PMFox News — Former NBA first round pick Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft - Fox News
"“After careful consideration and reviewing the current eligibility guidelines, I’m officially declaring myself a WNBA prospect. ” This one line from former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has sent the basketball community into a frenzy.
"Enes Kanter Freedom declares eligibility for the 2027 WNBA Draft, citing self-identification rules in a challenge to the league's inclusion policies.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 4:03 PM‘Put That to a Test!!’ – Ex-Indiana HC Takes Shots at Stephanie White’s After Enes Kanter Freedom Declares for WNBA Draft
“After careful consideration and reviewing the current eligibility guidelines, I’m officially declaring myself a WNBA prospect. ” This one line from former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has sent the basketball community into a frenzy.
- Fox NewsAug 7, 2026, 6:34 PMFormer NBA first round pick Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft - Fox News
Enes Kanter Freedom declares eligibility for the 2027 WNBA Draft, citing self-identification rules in a challenge to the league's inclusion policies.
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