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Enes Kanter Freedom, a former NBA player listed at 6 ft 10 in and 250 lb…

2026-08-07 · 18:01 UTC ·@CollinRugg ·0 min read

Brief

Enes Kanter Freedom, a former NBA player (6 ft 10 in, 250 lb), announced he has examined the WNBA’s eligibility and self-identification framework and is declaring himself eligible for the April 2027 WNBA draft. He invoked current guidelines and cited support from some WNBA coaches and players in making the declaration.

Why it matters

Enes Kanter Freedom, a former NBA player listed at 6 ft 10 in and 250 lb, announced he reviewed the WNBA’s eligibility and self-identification rules and declared himself a WNBA prospect for the 2027 draft.

Key details

  • Kanter said, "Based on the current guidelines, I can and am officially declaring my eligibility for the upcoming WNBA draft in April 2027," and referenced support from some WNBA coaches and players for men in women’s sports.
Source evidence

Former NBA star Enes Kanter Freedom has declared himself a WNBA prospect, says he meets every requirement necessary.

The 6 ft 10 in, 250 pound player says he reviewed the WNBA eligibility criteria and has decided to declare himself eligible for the 2027 WNBA draft.

The announcement comes after some WNBA coaches and players have announced their support of men in women’s sports.

“My team and I have carefully examined the WNBA’s eligibility criteria and governing framework surrounding self-identification and inclusion,” he said.

“Based on the current guidelines, I can and am officially declaring my eligibility for the upcoming WNBA draft in April 2027.”

Congratulations!

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