Enes Kanter Freedom discusses ejection from WNBA game after confrontation with Natasha Cloud

Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom reported that he was ejected from a WNBA game between the Chicago Sky and Indiana Fever after a confrontation with Sky guard Natasha Cloud. The incident occurred at Wintrust Arena, where Freedom was celebrating a 3-pointer made by Fever guard Sophie Cunningham. Freedom stated that Cloud approached him and made a vulgar remark, which escalated into a heated exchange. Video footage showed Cloud yelling at Freedom, who was subsequently removed by security. Freedom expressed concern over Cloud's use of profanity in front of young fans and suggested that his shirt, which read 'WOMAN noun. adult human female,' may have contributed to the confrontation. After the game, Cloud posted a supportive message to the trans community on social media. Freedom stated that he was not given a clear reason for his ejection and emphasized that the exchange was not related to transgender issues. He also mentioned his intention to enter the 2027 WNBA Draft and criticized the league's lack of clarity regarding eligibility standards for transgender athletes. Freedom expressed a desire to engage in dialogue with WNBA leadership regarding his plans and the issues surrounding women's sports.