NBA Players Enes Kanter and Royce White Excluded from WNBA Draft Due to Trans Identity
NEW DEVELOPMENT (2026-08-25): NBA players Enes Kanter and Royce White have been excluded from the WNBA draft due to their trans identity, according to a source. Kanter had previously indicated his intention to participate in the draft as a trans woman, a claim that sparked controversy. This decision follows debates over trans inclusion in women's sports, including incidents such as Natasha Cloud's confrontation with Kanter during a game. While Freedom and White have stated their plans to enter the next draft cycle, the WNBA has not yet clarified their eligibility status.