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Is Enes Kanter Transgender? The Truth Behind His Bombshell 2027 WNBA Draft Declaration and 'Trans' Claims

Enes Kanter Freedom's declaration for the 2027 WNBA Draft raises questions about transgender athlete eligibility, sparking debate over the league's rules amid growing scrutiny.

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Is All the Chaos Good for the WNBA’s Bottom Line?

The league faces controversy after controversy, but ratings are up.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 10

SI:AM | Kayla McBride Sets WNBA Record as Her Career Year Continues

The Lynx guard dropped 43 points, including a record 10 three-pointers, in a Minnesota victory.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 10

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Kayla McBride Stands Alone: The Long Quest to Hit 10 Three-Pointers in a WNBA Game

Kayla McBride scored a career-high 43 points with a WNBA record 10 three-pointers in Minnesota’s win on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 10

Flagrant Foul, Bloodied Lip, and Sophie Cunningham in the Spotlight as WNBA's Trans-Athletes Fight Boils Over

A hard foul on Sophie Cunningham reopens the WNBA's transgender-athletes fight — a fine, a locked account, a VP's praise, and a rematch already looming.

Latin Times · Aug 9

Dijonai Carrington's 'White Privilege' Comments Towards Sophie Cunningham and Indiana Fever Unfolds Further Drama

A WNBA game between Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever escalated into a racial debate after DiJonai Carrington's ejection and Sophie Cunningham's controversial social media post, sparking widespread discussion.

International Business Times UK · Aug 9

WNBA star DiJonai Carrington complains about ‘white privilege’ after ejection

Carrington posted the comment after being ejected for a hard foul on Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham

The Independent UK · Aug 9

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The face of the anti-trans sports panic

The anti-trans movement in sports needed a face. It found one in the WNBA player

Salon · Aug 9

WNBA Changes Controversial Call on Caitlin Clark Shortly After Fever-Sky Game

Clark picked up her eighth technical foul of the season on Saturday, which automatically triggers a one-game suspension.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 8

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

The Independent UK · Aug 8

Trump Once Joked He'd Ask LeBron James To Be a Woman to Build the Greatest Women's Basketball Team Ever— And the WNBA Controversy Just Brought the Viral Clip Back

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has become embroiled in controversy this week after Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham said women and girls should not have to compete against biological males, sparking widespread debate.

Benzinga · Aug 8

Why Ex-NBA Players Enes Kanter and Royce White Declare Themselves Eligible for the WNBA Draft

Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White have declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft, challenging the league's eligibility rules and sparking a debate on gender identity and inclusion.

International Business Times UK · Aug 8

Caitlin Clark Completely Fell Apart at the Worst Time for the Fever

Clark had two bad moments at the end of the Fever’s overtime loss to the Aces on Thursday night.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

Sophie Cunningham Is Already Trying to Clean Up the Mess She Made

After speaking about her opposition to transgender women and girls participating in sports, the Fever guard thrust the WNBA into a culture war.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 7

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

Olivia Miles Is Doing Just Fine Sharing the Spotlight With Napheesa Collier

If there was any concern that Miles would take a step back with Collier’s return, the rookie has silenced that real quick.

Latin Times · Aug 6

Sophie Cunningham Wants the Story to End. The WNBA Isn't Ready to Let It

Cunningham wants the trans-athletes story over. Her coach's stance, a rival's rebuttal, and two new rallies say otherwise.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 6

SI:AM | LIV Golf’s Plan to Stay Alive After Landing New Investor

The upstart golf tour says it has a plan in place to fund operations for next year and beyond.

International Business Times UK · Aug 6

WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham's Unrecognisable Face in 2022 Resurfaces and Sends Social Media Abuzz

Sophie Cunningham's old photo from 2022 has recently gone viral and social media fans are now commenting about how her appearance remarkably changed.

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Sports Illustrated · Aug 5

Jason Sudeikis Proves He’s the Real-Life Ted Lasso With This Classy Tribute to Caitlin Clark

Sudeikis fittingly plays the coach of a women’s soccer team in the latest season of ‘Ted Lasso.’

Sports Illustrated · Aug 5

WNBA Power Rankings: Mystics Are Hanging With Top Contenders

Washington’s four-game winning streak has included victories against the Valkyries, Aces and Wings. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham has taken the spotlight off the court for the Fever.

The Guardian - US · Aug 5

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has a hard job. Here’s how to make it easier

Engelbert helped vault the league to new financial heights, but still draws the ire of stakeholders. A co-commissioner for player relations would be a welcome add

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Who Is Julie Tétart? Transgender French Basketball Star Open to WNBA Deal After Viral Fan Support

Julie Tétart, a transgender basketball star, has gained attention after a stellar season, sparking calls for her to join the WNBA.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Will WNBA Sign Julie Tétart? French Trans Basketball Player Breaks Silence on Her American Basketball Dream

French transgender basketball player Julie Tétart's dominant Ligue 2 season has sparked speculation about a potential WNBA move, highlighting ongoing debates over transgender athlete eligibility in women's sports.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

'I Won't Say No': Transgender French Star Julie Tétart Open to a WNBA Call, Despite US Hurdle

French basketball star Julie Tétart, a dominant force in Ligue 2, is open to joining the WNBA despite concerns about the US political climate, highlighting ongoing debates over transgender inclusion in sports.

Latin Times · Aug 4

Sophie Cunningham's Trans-Athletes Stance Has Turned the WNBA Season Into a National Argument

Sophie Cunningham's comments on transgender athletes have sparked rallies, a co-owner's suspension, and a national political debate trailing the WNBA

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