Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least five games over his 'failure to disavow antisemitism' following Twitter controversy
In a statement on Twitter, the team said they made repeated attempts to help Irving “understand the harm and danger of his words and actions, which began with him publicizing a film containing deeply disturbing antisemitic hate.
“I oppose all forms of hatred and oppression and stand strong with communities that are marginalized and impacted every day,” Irving said. “I am aware of the negative impact of my post towards the Jewish community and I take responsibility. I do not believe everything said in the documentary was true or reflects my morals and principles. “I am a human being learning from all walks of life and I intend to do so with an open mind and a willingness to listen.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Kyrie Irving, Brooklyn Nets to donate $500,000 each to Anti-Defamation LeagueThe Brooklyn Nets and their all-star point guard Kyrie Irving announce that each of them will donate $500,000 to the Anti-Defamation League after Irving tweeted a link to a film that critics say promotes antisemitic tropes.
Read more »
Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without payThe BrooklynNets are suspending Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay, saying they were dismayed by his failure to 'unequivocally say he has no antisemitic beliefs.' NBA
Read more »
Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without payThe Brooklyn Nets are suspending Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay, saying they were dismayed by his failure to 'unequivocally say he has no antisemitic beliefs.'
Read more »
Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving, team announcesThe Brooklyn Nets are suspending Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay, saying they were dismayed by his failure to 'unequivocally say he has no antisemitic beliefs.'
Read more »