WNBA community reacts to viral Enes Kanter clip against James Harden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:04 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
A video resurfaced that features Enes Kanter Freedom struggling to defend James Harden during Game 1 of the 2017 NBA Playoffs. This clip gained significant attention following reports questioning the seriousness of Kanter Freedom's and Royce White's declarations for the 2027 WNBA Draft, viewed by some as publicity stunts. Influencers in the basketball community drew comparisons between Kanter Freedom's defensive abilities and WNBA star Paige Bueckers, leading to varied reactions regarding the validity of those comparisons. While some criticized Kanter Freedom's defense, others found the comparisons with WNBA players to be overstated, raising debates about the capabilities of women athletes in relation to prime NBA performances. The discussions highlight ongoing controversies around Kanter Freedom's public persona and statements regarding the women's game.
- •Enes Kanter Freedom struggles to defend James Harden in a viral clip.
- •Video gaining traction after reports about Kanter Freedom's draft eligibility.
- •Influencers compare Kanter's defense to Paige Bueckers’ offensive skills.
- •Some argue comparisons between WNBA players and prime NBA stars are unfounded.
- •Kelsey Mitchell is highlighted as a potential scoring threat against Kanter.
- 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Can’t Guard Paige Bueckers’, ‘So Delustional’ – WNBA World Clashes As Video of Enes Kanter Failing To Guard James Harden Resurfaces
"Just days after a report surfaced that Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White would not be eligible to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft, with league sources bluntly labeling their declarations “publicity stunts,” the internet has found a new way to pile on. An old clip from Game 1 of the 2017 NBA Playoffs between the Rockets and Thunder has gone viral all over again, and this time, the WNBA world is dragging Kanter Freedom through the mud with it.
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