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Enes Kanter removed from WNBA game after altercation with Natasha Cloud

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 3:59 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Enes Kanter removed from WNBA game after altercation with Natasha Cloud

Summary

Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from the WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky on August 23, 2026, after a confrontation with Sky player Natasha Cloud. The incident occurred during the third quarter when Kanter celebrated a three-pointer by Sophie Cunningham, prompting Cloud to react. Kanter claimed Cloud yelled at him, which escalated to profanity, leading to security escorting him out. Despite wearing a pro-women shirt and stating he held no ill will, Kanter expressed his disappointment with Cloud's behavior.

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By the Numbers

•Incident occurred during a match between Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky.
•Kanter was celebrating when Cloud confronted him verbally.
•Cloud's remarks included strong language and led to Kanter's removal.
•Kanter was attending as a fan and claims to support women's sports.
•Security intervened to remove Kanter from the arena.

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During last night’s matchup between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky, things got heated outside of the game of basketball once again. Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom attended as a fan but was swiftly removed in the third quarter after a confrontation with Sky star Natasha Cloud. In an interview with Jack Thompson of…
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