Enes Kanter Freedom declares for WNBA Draft and begins transition
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:16 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Enes Kanter Freedom has announced his declaration for the WNBA Draft and stated that he has started a transition process. He described his journey in a recent video, showcasing his commitment to the new phase in his career. Kanter Freedom's decision marks a notable shift from his previous roles in basketball, focusing on entering the WNBA. Further developments are anticipated as he prepares for the draft.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom declared for the WNBA Draft.
- •He has begun a transition process for this new opportunity.
- •The announcement was made through a video post.
- 6:16 AMYahoo Sports — Enes Kanter Freedom issues major warning to WNBA if draft declaration is overruled
- 7:57 PMNew York Post — Former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom begins ‘transition to the WNBA’ with shirtless workout - New York Post
- 4:57 PMTMZ — Enes Kanter Freedom Begins 'Transition' After Declaring For WNBA Draft - TMZ
"Enes Kanter Freedom continues to maintain a strong stance on playing in the WNBA. Former third overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, Enes Kanter Freedom, stunned the basketball community when he announced his wish to play in the WNBA.
"Enes Kanter Freedom said on Tuesday he’s officially begun his “transition” to a WNBA player — and he announced the move with a video that already has social media buzzing.
"Enes Kanter Freedom declared for the WNBA Draft, and now he says he's started to "transition" ... but it's not what you think.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 6:16 AMEnes Kanter Freedom issues major warning to WNBA if draft declaration is overruled
Enes Kanter Freedom continues to maintain a strong stance on playing in the WNBA. Former third overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, Enes Kanter Freedom, stunned the basketball community when he announced his wish to play in the WNBA.
- New York PostAug 11, 2026, 7:57 PMFormer NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom begins ‘transition to the WNBA’ with shirtless workout - New York Post
Enes Kanter Freedom said on Tuesday he’s officially begun his “transition” to a WNBA player — and he announced the move with a video that already has social media buzzing.
- TMZAug 11, 2026, 4:57 PMEnes Kanter Freedom Begins 'Transition' After Declaring For WNBA Draft - TMZ
Enes Kanter Freedom declared for the WNBA Draft, and now he says he's started to "transition" ... but it's not what you think.
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