Piers Morgan challenges WNBA regarding Enes Kanter Freedom's draft declaration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:54 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Enes Kanter Freedom has declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft, identifying as a woman. Piers Morgan responded by urging the WNBA to address this situation, questioning their stance on transgender athlete participation in the league. Freedom's declaration has raised significant attention, prompting discussions on how current WNBA players will react. This follows Royce White's similar declaration for the draft, adding further context to the unfolding situation. The WNBA's response is awaited as the draft approaches.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft as a transgender athlete.
- •Piers Morgan questions WNBA's stance on transgender participation.
- •Royce White also declares for the 2027 WNBA Draft.
- •Current WNBA players' reactions to Freedom's declaration are anticipated.
- •Draft discussions may shape future league policies regarding transgender athletes.
- 7:54 AMYahoo Sports — Piers Morgan issues a major challenge to WNBA after Enes Kanter Freedom’s 2027 draft declaration
"Enes Kanter Freedom’s WNBA declaration draws a response from Piers Morgan. The 2027 WNBA Draft is shaping to be one of the most important events in the history of the league, but for unexpected reasons.
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