Former Kentucky player Enes Freedom declares for WNBA draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:56 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Enes Freedom, a former Kentucky Wildcat, announced his candidacy for the 2027 WNBA draft. The 11-year NBA veteran confirmed his intentions via social media, stating that he meets the eligibility criteria after reviewing the league's guidelines. Freedom, previously known as Enes Kanter, highlighted the importance of consistent application of these guidelines and expressed his commitment to participating in training camp. The WNBA has not yet provided a response to his declaration.
- •Enes Freedom declares himself a WNBA prospect for 2027.
- •He has played 11 seasons in the NBA.
- •Freedom previously played for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics.
- •He emphasizes the need for equal application of WNBA's eligibility rules.
- •The WNBA has not issued a statement regarding his declaration.
- 6:56 PMYahoo Sports — Former Kentucky men’s basketall player declares for the WNBA draft
"Former Kentucky Wildcat Enes Freedom declared himself a 2027 WNBA prospect on Friday, citing his review of the league's eligibility guidelines.
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