

Utah Jazz drafted Enes Kanter Freedom in 2011 as 3rd overall pick. He played for the Celtics for the last time in the NBA. Enes Kanter was not such a famous player until he came to the NBA. After his inception in the NBA, the Turkish had gained attention from the fans and the Coaches because of his tall frame and rebounding technique. He also has a history of feuds with LeBron James and had even bashed him on the internet over his views on China.
Freedom has even changed his name from Enes Kanter to Enes Kanter Freedom to show his stance on social issues.
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Sep 19, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA; Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter (11) drives against Miami Heat forward Kelly Olynyk (9) during the first half of game three of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2020 NBA Playoffs at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Enes had spoken up about the crimes done in China for their human rights violations and repression against the Tibetans. This had led to many disruptions in the basketball community, and Enes had even faced backlash for the same. He had even bashed the NBA for continuing their ties with China despite the Human Rights violations and prioritizing business over social issues.
Recently, in an interview for the Reason TV, Enes mentioned how the league had uplifted him as a player and person. But, at the same time, he held them responsible. He said, “If They?re Gonna Do Something Wrong, I?ll Expose Them.”?This shows the compassion of Freedom for social issues in China.
WATCH THIS STORY: Enes Kanter Freedom in his appearance in the WW.
Currently a free agent, the 30-year- old is still looking for a team. Do you think teams will consider Enes for their squads considering his stance and comments? Let us know in the comments.
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