Enes Kanter Freedom removed from Sky-Fever game amid WNBA athlete debate
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom got into a shouting match Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud and was subsequently ejected.
Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom was removed from a game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever on Sunday, August 23, after a heated exchange with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The altercation occurred in the final minutes of the third quarter, with Kanter Freedom approaching the court and Cloud being protected by her teammates.
Kanter Freedom, who identifies as a woman, had previously declared his eligibility for the 2027 WNBA draft on social media. The WNBA, lacking a clear policy on transgender or intersex athletes, has faced debate and scrutiny in recent months. Former WNBA coaches have called for more support and love, while Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has faced calls for her resignation over the league's handling of the issue.
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