Royce White predicts LeBron James could join WNBA amid trans-athlete debate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:23 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Former NBA forward Royce White recently declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft and speculated that LeBron James might consider joining him in the league after his NBA career. White criticized the WNBA's eligibility criteria during an appearance on Fox News, emphasizing the ongoing discussion regarding trans-athlete participation in professional sports. He stated his intention to elevate the WNBA's profile and boost attendance, though it remains uncertain if he or fellow ex-NBA player Enes Freedom will follow through on their draft declarations. The WNBA is set to address trans-athlete eligibility later this month, while James prepares for his 24th NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- •Royce White declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft.
- •He suggested LeBron James might join the WNBA after his NBA career.
- •The WNBA will discuss trans-athlete eligibility soon.
- •White aims to raise the WNBA's profile and attendance.
- •LeBron James is entering his 24th NBA season with the 76ers.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Maybe Even LeBron James’ — Ex-NBA Forward Makes Wild Prediction That 76ers Star Would Join the WNBA Amid Trans-Athlete Debate
"Former NBA forward Royce White made waves earlier this week by declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. The 35-year-old has now made a wild prediction that even LeBron James could join him in the league after retiring from the NBA.
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