Mikal Bridges calls Enes Kanter a 'straight loser' after WNBA stunt

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Mikal Bridges calls Enes Kanter a 'straight loser' after WNBA stunt
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Mikal Bridges of the New York Knicks publicly criticized former player Enes Kanter, labeling him a 'straight loser' after Kanter participated in a controversial incident at a Chicago Sky game. This occurred while Kanter attempted to draw attention to his declaration of wanting to enter the WNBA draft, a claim brushed off by league sources as a publicity stunt. Kanter was involved in an altercation with Sky player Natasha Cloud during the game, requiring security intervention. The WNBA reportedly does not consider Kanter eligible for its draft and is assessing his future attendance at games.

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  • Mikal Bridges criticizes Enes Kanter at a Chicago Sky game
  • Kanter's WNBA draft declaration dismissed as a publicity stunt
  • Kanter's altercation with Natasha Cloud went viral
  • Security removed Kanter from the game
  • WNBA says Kanter is not eligible for the draft
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  • 11:56 PMYahoo SportsKnicks Champ Slams ‘Straight Loser’ Enes Kanter After WNBA Stunt
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The New York Knicks once employed Enes Kanter. Current Knicks champ Mikal Bridges is clearly not a fan of him. The post Knicks Champ Slams ‘Straight Loser’ Enes Kanter After WNBA Stunt appeared first on HEAVY.

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