Enes Kanter praises Sophie Cunningham amid ongoing support rallies
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:35 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Enes Kanter has publicly praised Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham, calling her an 'American hero.' His comments follow Cunningham's stance on protecting young girls from biological males in women's sports. Support for Cunningham has surged, with rallies held recently, reinforcing her impact on women's athletics. Kanter remarked on the messages he receives from fans encouraging support for Cunningham and noted the challenges she faces for her beliefs.
- •Enes Kanter endorses Sophie Cunningham, calling her an 'American hero'.
- •Cunningham has spoken out on protecting young girls in sports.
- •Support rallies for Cunningham have occurred, highlighting her influence.
- •Kanter mentions receiving many messages about Cunningham from fans.
- •Cunningham faces criticism but also strong backing for her views.
- 4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham called an ‘American hero’ by Enes Kanter after Fever vs Sky game
- 9:24 AMYahoo Sports — Enes Kanter Freedom Calls Sophie Cunningham ‘American Hero’ For Her Stance On WNBA’s Trans Athletes Debate
- 7:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘American hero’ – Enes Kanter reveals he’s getting ‘so many’ messages from Sophie Cunningham fans
"On Thursday, Fox News posted a preview of Enes Kanter Freedom’s interview on “My View With Lara Trump,” where he commented on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. In this snippet, Freedom praised Cunningham for voicing her opinion that biological men should not compete in women’s sports.
"Enes Kanter has been heaping praise on Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham this week. Cunningham previously spoke out on protecting young girls from biological males in women’s sports.
"2027 WNBA Draft aspirant Enes Kanter revealed his thoughts on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. Kanter was removed from the Fever vs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 4:35 AMSophie Cunningham called an ‘American hero’ by Enes Kanter after Fever vs Sky game
2027 WNBA Draft aspirant Enes Kanter revealed his thoughts on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. Kanter was removed from the Fever vs.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 9:24 AMEnes Kanter Freedom Calls Sophie Cunningham ‘American Hero’ For Her Stance On WNBA’s Trans Athletes Debate
On Thursday, Fox News posted a preview of Enes Kanter Freedom’s interview on “My View With Lara Trump,” where he commented on Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. In this snippet, Freedom praised Cunningham for voicing her opinion that biological men should not compete in women’s sports.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 7:30 AM‘American hero’ – Enes Kanter reveals he’s getting ‘so many’ messages from Sophie Cunningham fans
Enes Kanter has been heaping praise on Indiana Fever player Sophie Cunningham this week. Cunningham previously spoke out on protecting young girls from biological males in women’s sports.
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