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NBPA President Finally Breaks Silence on Learning Experience After Kyrie Irving Controversy

Published 11/07/2022, 5:26 AM ESTBy Oct 31, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) gives a thumbs up towards fans wearing shirts with the phrase ‘fight antisemitism’ during the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports Apart from the Brooklyn Nets team management, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James; other players have been quiet to speak on the situation involving Kyrie Irving. One more active player has come out to condemn his actions. A New Orleans Pelicans player, who also happens to be the President of the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) finally broke his silence. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad Pelicans’ guard CJ McCollum that the whole socio-political situation that has transpired in the NBA thanks to Kyrie Irving was a teachable moment. Following the team’s loss to the Atlanta Hawks, McCollum acknowledged Irving’s recent apology. ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad “He’s displayed empathy now. I think this is a learning experience in which I don’t think he understood the magnitude of the movie because he didn’t watch it,” said McCollum. He also stated that the Nets’ player didn’t understand the magnitude of his actions.

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McCollum added that he promotes equality and inclusion and that there is no place for antisemitism. He said he has been “gathering information” to learn more about the situation. has apparently been speaking to various people across the board to make an informed stance.Oct 29, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) reacts after being called for a foul in the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports He believes that s situation could teach players about the impact and the reach of their posts and endorsements. He the players to be responsible with their posts and vet everything they endorse. “You have to vet everything you post. I think this is a situation we can all use as a learning experience for all of us as players… You have to be careful with what you’re posting,” he added.

CJ McCollum says Kyrie Irving controversy can be used as a cautionary tale

ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad McCollum emphasized that he wants players to educate themselves on different religions and faiths to develop respect. This was also to inculcate proper communication and empower people with knowledge. Kyrie Irving a statement following his suspension by the . The player seemed to take full responsibility for his actions, having previously defended his stance. CJ McCollum believes that the franchise’s accountability was a step in the right direction. Watch This Story: ADVERTISEMENT Article continues below this ad McCollum said that this was a matter of social justice. He hopes that every player recognizes their responsibility and exercises their free speech with caution. What do you think of CJ McCollum’s comments on Kyrie Irving? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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ADVERTISEMENT Rekha Joly 122 articlesRekha Joly is an NBA writer for EssentiallySports. She earned a triple major in English, Journalism, and Psychology from St. Joseph's College, Bangalore.Please enable JavaScript to view the ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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