India, Aug. 25 -- Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White will not be eligible to enter the WNBA, according to reports citing league sources. Both had previously announced plans to identify as transgender women and pursue entry into the 2027 WNBA Draft. However, their plans will not be permitted under the league's eligibility rules. A person familiar with the decision confirmed that neither Kanter Freedom nor White can enter the WNBA Draft or play in the league.

Enes Kanter Freedom, Royce White Ruled Ineligible to Play in WNBA

Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White are not eligible for the WNBA Draft, according to a person familiar with the league's decision. The source, who spoke anonymously because they ...