Sophie Cunningham spurs NBA dud to try WNBA draft as transgender player

Royce White’s announcement is the second by a former NBA player in recent days since the WNBA star renewed the debate about transgender athletes in women’s sports

What To Know About The WNBA’s Drama Around Transgender Players  Forbes

Former NBA first-round pick Enes Kanter Freedom announced he is declaring eligibility for the 2027 WNBA Draft, saying he believes he qualifies under the league’s current eligibility guidelines. The former NBA center said his announcement is intended to challenge how the WNBA applies its inclusion policies.

Former NBA player Royce White announced that he would be declaring for the WNBA Draft in 2027, stating that he is "transgender."

Former NBA first-round pick Royce White said Friday he intends to enter the 2027 WNBA draft, telling OutKick he now identifies as a woman “for purposes of basketball” and would take the league to court if no team signs him. White, 35, made the announcement hours after fellow ex-NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom declared h

He joins Enes Kanter Freedom in stating his intention to enter the league.

Royce White says he's declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft as a transgender woman, joining Enes Kanter Freedom in challenging the league's eligibility rules.

Sophie Cunningham's comments about "protecting women's sports" have led to rallies from supporters and critics alike.

WNBA players union denounces transphobia, hate amid demonstrations  USA Today

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom claimed he wasn't trying to "mock" or "disrespect" anyone with his WNBA statement.

Julie Tetart, a 34-year-old transgender woman, has proven one of Ligue 2's best players. That has some wondering whether she could make the grade at the WNBA level.

August 07, 2026 3:07 PM ET The ball is in your court, WNBA, or should I say balls.Ever since Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham came out publicly against transgenders competing in female sports, it���s been an absolute circus around the WNBA, especially considering a lot of figures in the league have taken a public s

Megan Rapinoe slams WNBA’s Sophie Cunningham for aligning with anti-trans activist Riley Gaines  MARCA

In an era where every athlete is supposed to have an opinion on everything, Clark just wants to ball. Her reward for not taking a stance on controversial issues? Getting attacked from both sides.