Enes Kanter Freedom declares WNBA draft eligibility amid controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Enes Kanter Freedom announced his intent to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, stirring reactions across sports and political spheres. Former NBA player Andrew Bogut expressed support with a brief message via social media. Kanter Freedom's announcement comes after Sophie Cunningham's recent comments on transgender athletes sparked significant debate about inclusion in women's sports. This controversy has prompted various reactions and discussions among athletes and commentators, with the WNBA Players Association emphasizing its commitment to justice and equity without naming him directly. Kanter Freedom has insisted his decision is a serious inquiry rather than a mockery of the situation.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom declares himself a WNBA prospect.
- •Andrew Bogut publicly supports Kanter Freedom's announcement.
- •Announcement follows controversy over Sophie Cunningham's remarks.
- •WNBA Players Association addresses related debates without naming Kanter Freedom.
- •Kanter Freedom emphasizes his announcement is not intended to mock.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — NBA Champion Sends 7-Word Message Supporting Enes Kanter’s WNBA-Draft Announcement Amid Sophie Cunningham Trans Controversy
"Enes Kanter Freedom’s decision to declare himself a WNBA prospect set off a wave of reactions across the sports and political world on Friday, and one former NBA champion made sure his voice was part of it. Andrew Bogut did not need many words to make his point.
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