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‘Shame on you’ – Enes Kanter hits out at Kevin Durant over WNBA comments

The rift between former teammates turned personal this week when Enes Kanter Freedom publicly called out Kevin Durant. Enes Kanter Freedom is campaigning against the inclusion of transgender women in women’s sports, asserting that female-only spaces and competitions must be protected based on biological gender.

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Former Suns star Kevin Durant doesn’t want the noise to overshadow the WNBA

HOUSTON — Former Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant has spent much of his career navigating the noise that comes with being one of basketball’s most recognizable players.

Indiana Fever News / HerSportsNation / September 12

Sophie Cunningham draws a line on Enes Kanter Freedom’s WNBA push

Sophie Cunningham has spent the summer at the center of one of the WNBA’s most polarizing debates. On Friday, she made it clear she has no interest in playing a supporting role in someone else’s campaign.

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Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / September 11

Sophie Cunningham reacts to Enes Kanter Freedom's WNBA move

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham offered her first reaction to the controversy surrounding Enes Kanter Freedom’s attempts to enter the WNBA Draft.

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 10

'They’re Saying I’m Next': Ex-Celtics Star Reveals Life-Threatening Reality Behind His WNBA Movement

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom revealed during a national television appearance that he has received a wave of death threats stemming from his public campaign regarding the WNBA’s eligibility policies.

Chicago Sky News / HITC / September 6

Chicago Sky owner shares statement addressing Enes Kanter’s ‘frivolous’ lawsuit

Chicago Sky owner Michael Alter has shared a statement after former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom launched a lawsuit against the WNBA franchise. Kanter attended the August 23 game between the Sky and the Indiana Fever, getting ejected in the third quarter after a courtside interaction with Natasha Cloud.

Enes Kanter Freedom has Caitlin Clark in mind for his 2027 WNBA plans

Enes Kanter Freedom continues to push his plans for a WNBA debut in 2027, and he already has a potential teammate in mind. “I will be playing in 2027, and I will be the best draft pick the WNBA has ever seen,” he said during a recent appearance on Fox News, per an X clip posted by MeidasTouch.com’s senior digital editor, Acyn.

Chicago Sky News / HITC / September 5

Chicago Sky owner’s ruthless response to Enes Kanter’s lawsuit is going viral

Former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom receives a response after suing the Chicago Sky. Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected and indefinitely banned from the Wintrust Arena on August 23, 2026, due to a confrontation with Chicago Sky’s Natasha Cloud.

Chicago Sky News / EssentiallySports / September 4

'Meritless and Frivolous': Chicago Sky Owner Breaks Silence 24 Hours After Enes Kanter Freedom’s Federal Lawsuit

The battle between Enes Kanter Freedom and the Chicago Sky has now moved from arenas to federal court, and as the former NBA player accuses the team of violating his constitutional rights, the Sky owner has made it clear via his latest statement that he’s standing his ground.

'Make WNBA Female Again': Enes Kanter Freedom Offers to Step In as Commissioner After Cathy Engelbert Retirement Reports

The first application for the WNBA commissioner position has officially come in. Not that the role was advertised, but as is customary with Enes Kanter Freedom and his penchant for declaring himself for positions regardless of whether they are available, he has once again come forward with a declaration.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Chicago Sky News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / September 4

Sky release statement on ‘meritless, frivolous’ Enes Kanter Freedom lawsuit

The Chicago Sky have recently learned of the lawsuit that is being placed on them by Enes Kanter Freedom after he was removed from Wintrust Arena during their game against the Indiana Fever on Aug.

Enes Kanter Freedom sues WNBA’s Chicago Sky following ejection

Enes Kanter Freedom has filed a federal lawsuit against the Chicago Sky, the City of Chicago and the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority, alleging his First Amendment rights were violated when he was ejected from a Sky home game and later banned from Wintrust Arena.

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 4

Enes Kanter Freedom sues Sky, alleges rights were violated

Enes Kanter Freedom, ejected from a WNBA game last month after a verbal dispute with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud, filed a lawsuit on Thursday in connection with the incident, alleging a violation of his First Amendment rights.

Chicago Sky News / HITC / September 3

Enes Kanter Freedom launches legal action against Chicago Sky over Wintrust Arena ban

Enes Kanter Freedom is taking the Chicago Sky to court. The former NBA star has filed a federal complaint over his ejection and ban from Wintrust Arena.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 1

Enes Kanter Freedom Gets Hit With Brutal Fan Backlash After Latest WNBA Message

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom has dominated the headlines in recent weeks after stunningly declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft. Freedom is clearly challenging the WNBA’s eligibility rules when it comes to transgender athletes, and he took to X on Monday to ask the league to be part of a peace summit, with Caitlyn Jenner as the moderator.

NBA News / EasySportz / August 29

Kanter Freedom Unloads Brutal Ultimatum On WNBA Draft Rules

Enes Kanter Freedom just dropped a massive condition on the WNBA that changes everything. He told NY Post Sports he’ll walk away from his dream of playing basketball if the league draws a hard line in the sand.

WNBA News / Total Pro Sports / August 27

Cameron Brink Goes Off On Enes Kanter With Brutal NSFW Message During Live Interview

Enes Kanter Freedom’s verbal clash against Chicago Sky star Natasha Cloud became viral news. It’s an understatement to say that the clip was everywhere, because it was.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 26

Enes Kanter Freedom Says WNBA Has NOT Banned Him From Draft: 'It’s Fake News'

Enes Kanter Freedom is already pushing back on reports that the WNBA has ruled him ineligible for the 2027 draft, saying that he hasn’t received any official communication from the league.

Chicago Sky News / Fadeaway World / August 26

Stephen A. Smith Calls Enes Kanter’s WNBA Stunt ‘Classless,’ Says He Should Target The League, Not Players

Just because Stephen A. Smith stands by Enes Kanter Freedom’s stance about restricting transgender athletes from participating in women’s sports, he certainly

Chicago Sky News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25

Chicago Sky ban Enes Kanter Freedom after ejection: 'He has the potential to be a threat'

Enes Kanter Freedom won’t be stepping into Wintrust Arena for a Chicago Sky game anytime soon.

Watch: Kanter Freedom ejected after incident with Natasha Cloud

Kanter Freedom shares his side of his confrontation with Cloud

Reports: Kanter Freedom, Royce White not eligible for WNBA

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WNBA News / EssentiallySports / August 25

ESPN’s Mina Kimes Lambasts Ex-NBA Player Enes Kanter for His Antics During WNBA Game

On Sunday, the WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky saw former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom wearing a black shirt displaying the dictionary definition of “woman.” That resulted in a verbal exchange between Sky guard Natasha Cloud and Freedom courtside, leading to his removal from the game.

NBA News / HerSportsNation / August 25

WNBA sources reportedly announce Enes Kanter Freedom’s ineligibility to play in league

Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White are not eligible to play in the WNBA, according to league sources on condition of anonymity. Both players recently announced their intentions to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft after saying they identify as women.