NBA Politics: Players Who've Voted Republican
Nov 3, 2026
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AI GeneratedWhile the NBA is generally viewed as a progressive league with a strong Democratic leaning, several players have openly identified as Republicans or conservatives. This includes athletes like Spencer Hawes, Royce White, and Ennis Freedom, who have shared their right-wing political views or pursued political office despite the prevailing cultural climate of the league.
The NBA has had a tradition of progressivism when it comes to politics,
with the vast majority
of its members identifying as Democrats.
However, some notable players have
openly voted Republican over the years.
Spencer Hawes, who played for six teams across a 10-year NBA career,
was an open conservative
during his career and said there were others
who were afraid to step forward.
Royce White played professional basketball
from 2012 to 2018 before running as a Republican
candidate for the House of Representatives in 2022
and the Senate two years later.
Ennis Freedom, formerly known as Ennis Cantor,
has been very vocal about his conservative views
during and after his time in the NBA.
Freedom, who averaged 11.2 points and 7.8 rebounds
During his 11-year career...
...voiced his opposition
to transgender athletes competing in women's sports.
The 36-year-old also appeared
on a conservative podcast hosted by Tucker Carlson,
who has been a prominent right-wing figure for decades.