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August 8, 2026

DiJonai Carrington declares 'White privilege' after ejection for smacking Sophie Cunningham in the face

DiJonai Carrington cited 'White privilege' after her foul on Sophie Cunningham's head was upgraded to a flagrant 2, resulting in her ejection.

August 8, 2026

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert sends trans inclusion memo after Enes Freedom, Royce White announcements

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert addressed teams in a memo as Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White each declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft.

August 8, 2026

Bill Maher calls out the lunacy over Sophie Cunningham's trans comments being twisted

Bill Maher defended Sophie Cunningham on "Real Time," saying her stance on protecting girls in locker rooms and women's sports reflects 80% of the country.

August 8, 2026

The WNBA has limited options after two men declared for the draft, and those options aren't great

Enes Canter Freedom and Royce White declared for the 2027 WNBA Draft, claiming transgender identity and forcing the league into a no-win situation.

August 7, 2026

Former NBA player Royce White says he is declaring for next WNBA Draft after Enes Kanter announcement

Royce White says he's declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft as a transgender woman, joining Enes Kanter Freedom in challenging the league's eligibility rules.

August 7, 2026

Chicago Sky address Sophie Cunningham rally planned outside home game vs Fever

The Chicago Sky responded to the Sophie Cunningham rally planned outside the United Center ahead of Saturday's game against the Indiana Fever.

August 7, 2026

WNBPA issues statement embracing diversity and inclusion amid trans athlete debate in women's sports

The Women's National Basketball Players Association praised diversity and inclusion while condemning hate against transgender people in a new statement.

August 7, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Title IX defender Payton McNabb praises Sophie Cunningham, reacts to Caitlin Clark

Payton McNabb applauds Sophie Cunningham's courage, rips Cheryl Reeve's trans inclusion stance, and explains why Caitlin Clark's voice matters.

August 7, 2026

Former NBA first round pick Enes Kanter Freedom declares for 2027 WNBA Draft

Enes Kanter Freedom declares eligibility for the 2027 WNBA Draft, citing self-identification rules in a challenge to the league's inclusion policies.

August 7, 2026

WNBA star says she would welcome a trans player to her team, and then says something even dumber

On the first Friday of August, a resurfaced clip shows Gabby Williams calling trans athlete inclusion the current "battle" for WNBA players.