Larry Sanders declares for WNBA draft amid controversy over eligibility rules

Larry Sanders has declared for the WNBA draft, claiming he identifies as a woman during gameplay. This announcement comes in the wake of former NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White also entering the draft, raising questions about the WNBA's eligibility guidelines. Sanders, citing the league's current rules, emphasizes he will be a woman while playing. The WNBA is addressing this ongoing debate, which has sparked differing opinions among players, including pushback from Ty Lawson, who stated that Sanders does not identify as a woman. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has noted that discussions are taking place among team leadership regarding this issue.

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