Transgender community weighs in on Kanter and White's WNBA aspirations
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:35 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
As debates over WNBA inclusion policy escalate, former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White announce plans to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft. They argue that their self-identification qualifies them to play in the league. A social media creator surveyed transgender individuals, revealing that many believe both players should be allowed to compete. Responses indicate support for Kanter and White’s participation, with some stating it shouldn't be contingent on medical transition. The WNBA previously criticized their move, labeling it as a bad-faith effort.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White aim for 2027 WNBA Draft.
- •Survey shows many trans individuals support their inclusion.
- •The WNBA issued a statement against their attempt to enter.
- •Community responses emphasize self-identification over medical criteria.
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Patrick Beverley calls out Enes Kanter and Royce White amid their WNBA draft declarations
- 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Public interviewer asks trans people if Enes Kanter and Royce White should play in WNBA
"As discussions around WNBA inclusion policy heat up, voices within the transgender community are sharing their take on who belongs on the court. Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White have re-entered the spotlight after vowing to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft.
"Enes Kanter and Royce White have both recently confirmed they are declaring for the 2027 WNBA draft. Kanter and White’s declarations came after the debate around whether transgender women should be allowed to compete was sparked by comments made by Sophie Cunningham.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 1:35 PMPatrick Beverley calls out Enes Kanter and Royce White amid their WNBA draft declarations
Enes Kanter and Royce White have both recently confirmed they are declaring for the 2027 WNBA draft. Kanter and White’s declarations came after the debate around whether transgender women should be allowed to compete was sparked by comments made by Sophie Cunningham.
- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 1:35 PMPublic interviewer asks trans people if Enes Kanter and Royce White should play in WNBA
As discussions around WNBA inclusion policy heat up, voices within the transgender community are sharing their take on who belongs on the court. Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White have re-entered the spotlight after vowing to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft.
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