The Brooklyn Nets released a statement condemning Kyrie Irving's social media posts promoting an anti-semitic film. As of Friday, the tweet remained on Irving’s Twitter account and was still present on his Instagram story. More from Alex__Schiffer ⤵️
The film is based on a 2015 book with the same title.“The Brooklyn Nets strongly condemn and have no tolerance for the promotion of any form of hate speech. We believe that in these situations, our first action must be open, honest dialogue. We thank those, including the ADL, who have been supportive during this time.”
Nets governor Joe Tsai also took to Twitter on Friday to express his disappointment in Irving’s support of “a film based on a book full of anti-semitic disinformation.” I’m disappointed that Kyrie appears to support a film based on a book full of anti-semitic disinformation. I want to sit down and make sure he understands this is hurtful to all of us, and as a man of faith, it is wrong to promote hate based on race, ethnicity or religion.As of Friday evening, the tweet remained on Irving’s Twitter account and was still present on his Instagram story.on Saturday and Monday. Irving is averaging 29.6 points per game to start the season.