White, a former first-round NBA draft pick who is also involved in Republican politics in Minnesota, argued that if gender self-identification determines eligibility, the league should be required to apply that standard consistently. White’s move follows a similar announcement from former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom, who said Friday that he was officially declaring himself eligible for the April 2027 WNBA Draft after reviewing the league’s rules. “Based on the current guidelines, I can and am officially declaring my eligibility for the upcoming WNBA draft in April 2027,” Freedom said. WNBA Rules Face Increasing ScrutinyThe controversy comes amid a broader debate inside women’s basketball over protecting female athletic competition while accommodating transgender athletes. Her comments triggered significant debate throughout the league, where other players and coaches have defended transgender inclusion.