Ryan Clark criticizes Kanter and White for WNBA comments
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Ryan Clark called out former NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White for their recent publicity stunt involving the WNBA. Their attempt to play in the women’s league re-ignited discussions around trans athletes in women’s sports, initially sparked by Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham's comments. Clark admonished Kanter and White, saying they trivialize serious issues faced by female athletes. Fellow analyst Channing Crowder also criticized media coverage of the WNBA, suggesting it focuses too much on gossip rather than the game itself. The ongoing conversation highlights larger socio-political issues affecting the WNBA's image and messaging strategy.
- •Ryan Clark labels Kanter and White as 'absolute clowns'.
- •The controversy stems from discussions about trans athletes in women's sports.
- •Channing Crowder critiques media focus on gossip over game play.
- •Clark and others call for improved messaging from WNBA leadership.
- •Discussion involves balancing social justice efforts with league growth.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Ryan Clark makes his feelings on Royce White and Enes Kanter declaring for WNBA clear
- 11:07 PMAwful Announcing — Ryan Clark calls out ‘absolute clowns’ Enes Kanter, Royce White over WNBA stunt - Awful Announcing
- 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — Ryan Clark calls out ‘absolute clowns’ Enes Kanter, Royce White over WNBA stunt
"The conversation around trans athletes and the WNBA has broken containment as former NBA athletes turned conservative media characters Enes Kanter and Royce White step in with a publicity stunt to attempt to play in the women’s league. Gender politics suddenly took over WNBA news last month when Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham shared her…
"The ongoing debate around trans athletes in the WNBA continues to garner widespread attention in the media. Enes Kanter recently declared himself for the WNBA Draft, while Royce White did the same before later saying that he would ‘hope’ Donald Trump would ‘be supportive’ of his decision.
"Ryan Clark and his "The Pivot" co-hosts mocked the former NBA stars for their stunt while warning the WNBA that the "gossip" is out of hand.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 9:30 AMRyan Clark makes his feelings on Royce White and Enes Kanter declaring for WNBA clear
The ongoing debate around trans athletes in the WNBA continues to garner widespread attention in the media. Enes Kanter recently declared himself for the WNBA Draft, while Royce White did the same before later saying that he would ‘hope’ Donald Trump would ‘be supportive’ of his decision.
- Awful AnnouncingAug 11, 2026, 11:07 PMRyan Clark calls out ‘absolute clowns’ Enes Kanter, Royce White over WNBA stunt - Awful Announcing
Ryan Clark and his "The Pivot" co-hosts mocked the former NBA stars for their stunt while warning the WNBA that the "gossip" is out of hand.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 11:05 PMRyan Clark calls out ‘absolute clowns’ Enes Kanter, Royce White over WNBA stunt
The conversation around trans athletes and the WNBA has broken containment as former NBA athletes turned conservative media characters Enes Kanter and Royce White step in with a publicity stunt to attempt to play in the women’s league. Gender politics suddenly took over WNBA news last month when Indiana Fever forward Sophie Cunningham shared her…
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