Trans-athlete advocacy at center of WNBA talks; NBA veteran and Celtics role model, raising anti-hate and inclusion in sport. Born Enes Kanter, 1992.
The WNBA is continuing discussions on transgender athlete participation, with a memo from commissioner Engelbert and a task force set to meet. Public responses vary as players and allies voice opinions; two ex-NBA players have signaled interest in WNBA draft consideration. The league states it will approach the topic thoughtfully and in line with its values.