Tag: Enes Kanter Freedom

”See You in Court!” Eyes Kanter Freedom files federal lawsuit against Chicago Sky

Brandon King

The situation involving former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom, the Chicago Sky and WNBA guard Natasha Cloud has officially moved from the arena to the courtroom. Freedom announced Thursday that he has filed a federal complaint challenging his ejection from the Chicago Sky’s Aug. 23 game against the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena. “🚨 SEE YOU IN COURT!!!” Freedom wrote in announcing the lawsuit. According to the complaint, Freedom alleges that he was removed from the arena while exercising what he describes as his First Amendment rights. He was sitting…

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Kenyon Martin Calls Out Enes Kanter Freedom: “You Made Your Point, But Now You’re Doing Too Much”

Brandon King

Former NBA forward Kenyon Martin has a message for Enes Kanter Freedom following the former NBA center’s heated confrontation with Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud during Sunday’s Indiana Fever–Chicago Sky matchup. Kanter Freedom was escorted out of Wintrust Arena after he and Cloud exchanged words during the game. The incident occurred while Kanter was seated courtside wearing a shirt that defined a woman as an “adult human female.” Security ultimately intervened and removed him from the arena. Following the incident, Martin criticized Kanter Freedom’s approach and argued that he has…

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Enes Kanter Freedom, Royce White Not Eligible to Play in WNBA

Brandon King

Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White will not be playing in the WNBA anytime soon. According to Front Office Sports, league sources have confirmed that neither former NBA player is eligible to play in the WNBA, despite both declaring their intentions to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft. Freedom and White sparked controversy earlier this month when they announced plans to enter the WNBA draft while arguing that the league’s current eligibility framework could allow them to participate. However, the WNBA’s collective bargaining agreement states that “only players who are women…

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Enes Kanter Freedom Reveals What He Says Sparked Natasha Cloud Confrontation

Brandon King

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom is offering his side of the story after being ejected from Sunday night’s Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game following a heated confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. Freedom told Jackson Thompson of OutKick that the exchange began after he celebrated a 3-pointer by Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. According to Freedom, he put his hands up to celebrate Cunningham’s shot before Cloud allegedly returned several possessions later and confronted him. “Sophie Cunningham shot a three, and I put my hands up to celebrate,” Freedom said. “Natasha…

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Enes Kanter Freedom Ejected From Fever-Sky Game After Heated Confrontation With Natasha Cloud

Brandon King

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom was ejected from Sunday night’s Indiana Fever-Chicago Sky game after a heated courtside confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The incident occurred late in the third quarter at Wintrust Arena as the Fever held an 81-75 lead. According to the Associated Press, Freedom was seated along the baseline wearing a black T-shirt that read, “WOMAN noun. adult human female.” Following a Chicago timeout, Cloud walked toward Freedom and began yelling and pointing in his direction. Freedom stood up with his arms extended and stepped…

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Enes Freedom Says WNBA Players’ Support for Trans Athletes Inspired His Draft Declaration

Brandon King

Former NBA center Enes Freedom says his decision to declare for the WNBA was inspired by comments he heard from league personnel supporting transgender athlete participation in women’s sports. Speaking about the backlash he has received since announcing his intentions, Freedom explained that a postgame interview sparked his decision. “I’m on my couch, watching the WNBA and the post-game interviews. One of the players came out and said, ‘I welcome trans athletes on my team any day and every day.’ And even said, ‘There’s no problem with me going against…

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Former NBA Player Enes Kanter Freedom Declares Himself a ‘WNBA Prospect’ in Viral Social Media Post

Brandon King

Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom is once again at the center of a social media firestorm after announcing that he is “officially declaring” himself a WNBA prospect. Freedom shared the statement on X, writing: “After careful consideration… I’m officially declaring myself a @WNBA prospect. If simply declaring it is enough, then I guess I’ll see you all at training camp.” The post quickly gained traction online, generating thousands of reactions and reigniting debate over transgender athlete participation in women’s sports. While Freedom did not directly reference a specific player…

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