We interview Uncle Drew star Kyrie Irving about turning his hit commercials into a film and LeBron James' impending free agency. After their most recent loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, Doncic spoke about the game plan alongside Irving. No, I'm not anti-Jewish. "There's been nothing but a warm embrace, nothing but genuine love and nothing but a familiarity of relationships that I could really look to. So I don't take this position for granted at all and just gonna continue to work hard and see where I end up the next couple years and hopefully my game still evolves and you're talking about me the same way.". And for me, that's the position I felt like I was in. he laughed, referring toJulius Erving after puzzling the reporters. Questions have persisted about if Irving can play off the ball, which he has done with LeBron James and others. Asked whether he believes the Holocaust happened, Irving did not give a direct answer. ", "I'm appreciative of our long-lasting relationship and knowing my family very well. Commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday that he didn't believe Nets guard Kyrie Irving was antisemitic after meeting with him in person this week at the league's headquarters. And I wish I got a chance to do that in that moment because I embrace everyone. Brooklyn Nets star point guard Kyrie Irving broke his silence Wednesday evening, confirming for the first time that he is unvaccinated against Covid-19 and arguing that nobody should be forced to do anything with their bodies while asserting he still hopes to return and play for the Nets at some point. Dallas loss to the Lakers wasnt any ordinary defeat, however. You can learn more about Scott Fujita in this interview. He said that stepping into the spotlight as a teenager put a lot of pressure on him at a young age and he's grown to focus on his family and see a bigger purpose than basketball. The eight-time All-Star spoke about his fit with Luka Doncic: Its just a trendy question to ask me over and over again. However, he went 8-of-22 from the field, including a dismal 2 . The Mavericks point guard ended the game with 21 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists but shot just 8-of-22 from the floor and 2-of-10 shooting from behind the three-point line. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, at So, specifically, what needs to be fixed? Brooklyn is one of the most Jewish communities in the country, with heavily orthodox neighborhoods, including Borough Park and Williamsburg. So just putting that to bed and just focusing on what we have ahead as a team.". And just hurt that I could be labeled or I thought that I was being labeled as antisemitic or anti-Jewish and I felt like that was just so disrespectful to ask me whether or not I was antisemitic or not. Kyrie being front and center. Veteran ESPN NBA analyst Doris Burke said having Irving participate in only half the teams games would be so disruptive and somewhat destructive to the Nets championship hopes. The latter, who had 3 turnovers compared to Luka's 6, took responsibility for it after the match in the post-game interview. Such failure to disavow antisemitism when given a clear opportunity to do so is deeply disturbing, is against the values of our organization, and constitutes conduct detrimental to the team. Headdressed questions about what he can bring to the team with All-Star Luka Doni and how he handles criticism. Mavericks' Kyrie Irving took responsibility for how the non-Luka minutes went in the fourth quarter vs. the Lakers: He fought the league over the bubble setup and then. And I would just like that to continue. I dont know what the misconception is why I cant play off the ball.. Accordingly, we are of the view that he is currently unfit to be associated with the Brooklyn Nets.. And because of that, there were just some more or less misinterpretations or misunderstandings that took place." He said that, going forward, he has to "live responsibility and set a greater example for our youth, for my generation and the older generation. I believe that was unfair, and that wasn't the aspect of the post that I wanted the focus to be on. So these conversations are just normal. He played so well on that end that his Lakers teammate, Anthony Davis, praised his efforts after the contest. Eligibility restrictions apply. The Mavericks point guard ended the game with. (Last year, Cruz said he wouldn't watch NBA games because the players speaking out on behalf of the Black Lives Matter movement had turned every game into left-wing political theater, which was dumb.), Washington Wizards Star Bradley Beal Says He Is Not Vaccinated, Questions Others' Motivations For Vaccination (Forbes), Unvaccinated NBA Players Face Steep Fines For Each Game They Miss, According To Agreement (Forbes), Full coverage and live updates on the Coronavirus, This is a BETA experience. But it wasn't in that initial conversation, and I take my accountability and I want to apologize for that because it came off the wrong way completely.". On Oct. 29, YES Nets announcer Richard Jefferson said he was disappointed with Irving for posting on Twitter about an anti-Semitic movie and earlier about Alex Jones, adding that his refusal to delete the post was tacit endorsement. Irving pointed out that Doni might be the one who hasn't had that experience, but that he is going to play his style of ball no matter what. Earlier this week, former NBA player Raja Bell called the small percentage of players railing against getting vaccinated entitled and obnoxious. Bell stated players who are refusing to take the vaccine are your typical conspiracy-theories people. Be the smartest Mavericks fan. We've received your submission. It happened against the Minnesota Timberwolves last week, when Dallas didnt get a shot off on the games final possession. I swear I think we're family because obviously I can't grip the ball like Doc or do anything like that, but there's some nuances of athleticism and things that wows the crowd as an entertainer and performer that I believe he was doing before me. Getting some steals, making him shoot some tough shots, and his rebounding on both ends of the floor. Every time Irving was asked to address his beliefs towards the Jewish community, though, he gave an answer about racism in America. Im not playing. I don't want to get too deep into the details of those conversations but they were very moving, very impactful and it helped me become more aware of the repair that needed to be done, the healing that needs to be done still. The Kyrie Irving Interview With Shams Charania Nets PG Kyrie Irving sits down with our Shams Charania for this one-on-one interview. Get the latest news. Now it's just about me going out and proving it to my teammates and doing what I do and control what I can control.". While Irving would be eligible to participate in the Nets away games, Brooklyn general manager Sean Marks said Tuesday Irving would not be allowed to play or practice with the team at all until he gets his jab. I am a person that believes that we all should have equal opportunities and that we should all shower each other with love,' and that should be at the forefront. They lie to us. Hemade his first appearanceon Thursday and scored a team-high 24 pointsafter joiningthe team in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets. The fact that this has pinned me against the Jewish community and Im here answering questions of whether Im sorry or not on something I didnt create, something I shared and Im telling everybody Im taking responsibility, then thats where I sit., As part of the same answer, which went on for more than three minutes, Irving added: Im not here to compare anyones atrocities or tragic events that their families have dealt with for generations of time. Kyrie Irving was suspended for "failure to disavow antisemitism" after making controversial comments. But Donis defensive effort, which has been dismal recently, was supposed to be something the trade would help fix. Instead of being in this position now where there are a bunch of assumptions or questions on what I meant and how I wanted it to be portrayed. I want to clarify any confusion on where I stand fighting against anti-[Semitism] by apologizing for posting the documentary without context and a factual explanation outlining the specific beliefs in the Documentary I agreed with and disagreed with. Every day I see a new excuse why people aint getting the vaccine, he tweeted last month. ", Irving continued: "After the post came out and the press conference happened, I felt like I was protecting the truth. (1:12) . Only one Celtic player has . Irving encouraged his fans to do your own research on the Earth's shape. ", Then Irving said that he is "joining a collective effort, a collective community, a commune of people that really want to see the world in a more accepting way, in a more liberating way, in a freeing way I'll say in terms of being able to be proud of who you are without feeling like you're dismissing others. Stadium NBA insider Shams Charaina discusses what is behind the Mavericks' sluggish start to the second half of the season. I just want to apologize deeply for all my actionsKyrie Irving says hes not antisemitic in exclusive interview with SNYs @IanBegley, and expresses remorse for the hurt his social media post caused. During an interview after the Mavericks' 124-122 loss to the Indiana Pacers, Irving discussed the pressure he has been putting on himself and how he needs to "scale it back a little bit". ", Irving said he wanted to turn the crisis "into a positive moment." LeBron Speaks Out on Kyrie Irving's Recent Actions House of Highlights Kevin Durant traded to Suns in blockbuster deal, Nets acquire 3 players & 4 picks | NBA | UNDISPUTED Skip and Shannon:. "That's just not it. Both the film "Hebrews to Negroes" and the book that it is based on allege that Jewish people have established "five major falsehoods" in order to "conceal their nature and protect their status and power." Kyrie Irving is touching on his "the Earth is flat" stance again, but this time it took an interesting turn. Thats where Dorian Finney-Smith, a required inclusion in the trade that brought Irving to Dallas, is most missed. So this is nothing new to me in terms of keeping an open dialogue within the Jewish community. "But I think what I've been able to learn is to just focus on the people around me and the people that really genuinely celebrate me. The truth is right there; you just got to go searching for it. Another failed play in the final seconds that resulted in the unusual Doni turnover. I hope no one has to deal with what Ive had to and still continue to deal with. But my focus, initially, if I could do it over, would be to heal and repair a lot of my close relationships with my Jewish relatives, brothers and sisters, he added. Doni and Kyrie Irving have put up great numbers since becoming teammates. Irving cited his already established relationship with Harrison as extra incentive to join the Mavericks. "We're in 2022. But the search for what tribe I belong to, where I come from, is ongoing. Austin Reaves Postgame Interview | Los Angeles Lakers lose to Memphis Grizzlies 121-109 Harrison stood firmly by his decision to bring the point guard to Dallas, but the questions persisted about Irving's controversial comments. Im watching, just like you guys. After fans roasted the all-time great's team for losing a shot at the. So I don't see the risk at all. Irving "reacted defensively," he said. Nets guard Kyrie Irving, who has been suspended since Nov. 3, said during a television interview published on Saturday that he wanted to "apologize deeply" for his posting of a link to an. I am a seeker of truth and knowledge, and I know who I Am.. But a lot of stuff is out of our control and we will let him figure that out for himself.. While the YES broadcast largely ignored the controversy during Irvings return against Memphis, they and several of their commentators had been critical of the star almost immediately after his Oct. 27 tweet. Except, now, theres even less time to do that than ever before. Because there were some statements that were used that I don't necessarily feel like are true representations of me and what I stand for. The Mavericks have conceded at least 60 points in the paint in five straight games, and theyve allowed at least 55 in eight of their past 10. Something that Irving can't control is how people perceive him. Kyrie Andrew Irving (born March 23, 1992) is an American professional basketball point guard currently playing for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Im not playing. The initial post was supposed to be for all those that were searching for more information, more history and are able to interpret it in a way where they see it as progressive and they learn something from it. The latter led the team to finally lift the suspension theyd imposed on Nov. 3. Irvings SNY interview which sources told The Post was not set up through the Nets preceded a public mea culpa with the assembled media the following day. It was just a few weeks ago that Kyrie Irving said he felt "disrespected" in Brooklyn and wanted to be "celebrated" in Dallas. LeBron James is seemingly still picking up the pieces a day after his Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Kyrie Irving. So this is something that I'm still going to beI'm still going to have the opportunity to work through that press conference moment or the other press conference moment, but I'll say that I should've just answered the questions and just moved on. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories | I would just like to focus on the light that we share with one another, taking care of our families.". I know his core. While doing a one-on-one interview at the Forbes Under 30 summit in Boston this. KYRIE IRVING: "I'd Probably Be In LA [with Lebron James]" | I AM ATHLETE I AM ATHLETE 951K subscribers Subscribe 2.2M views 8 months ago I AM ATHLETE SEASON 3 SUBSCRIBE . He has been named an All-Star multiple times and has won at least one NBA championship. "Kyrie will be on . That answer in particular prompted backlash from the ADL. There are plenty of prior examples from earlier this season to choose from, too. Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving had a lot to say following backlash over what many viewed as his promotion of antisemitic content. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Thanks for contacting us. As a team, weve got to mature. In an interview with The Boston Globe, he also . Speaking to reporters for the second time since his promotion of the film, Hebrews to Negroes: Wake Up Black America, Irving refused to say he was sorry, refused to say he doesnt hold anti-Semitic beliefs, refused to say the Holocaust happened and cast himself as the victim in the entire saga. So here I am, just really acknowledging the fact that it hasn't been easy. On the surface, its working exceptionally: Dallas has the leagues eighth-best offense since the trade despite Doni and Irving missing three combined games, and Irving has cured the teams dramatic struggles without Doni on the court. Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving of the Dallas Mavericks. It's on Amazon, a public platform," Irving said. 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It's unfortunate that that was taken the wrong way and taken out of context. The dialogue was a great start, but the reality is that our actions as human beings and my actions are going to have to speak louder because there is a level of hurt and pain that a lot of communities feel for not being recognized for a lot of their history and a lot of their cultural achievements and accomplishments and because of that there is a pride that they feel, that I feel, that it should be represented the right way and there shouldn't be a fear or a thought, a second thought, that comes with this. He said that they need to mature. In times of questioning or confusion, I can always go to these guys or the ladies in our front office or people that have really made themselves available since I landed in Dallas. "I've dealt with it before and it's very emotionally draining to ask questions like, 'What's the long term? RISK? Irving's ball handling ability is superior to that of Curry. And then theres the Mavericks outscoring Los Angeles by 42 points behind the arc, typically being the most reliable indicator for the teams success, marred by atypical trends like turnovers (16), offensive rebounds allowed (17), and a lack of free throw attempts (14). Where were you when I was a kid, figuring out that 300 million of my ancestors are buried in America? Irving said. September 27, 2021 at 5:47 p.m. EDT. 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Everyone else that has things to say about me, what I would say to them is, 'Iwish you nothing but the best and I wish you well and your family well.' New Maverick Kyrie Irving is one of basketball's all-time best dribblers and one of the universe's most colossally wonky thinkers. We're not putting too much pressure on you. "I don't have hate in my heart for the Jewish people or anyone who identifies as a Jew. With Irving and Luka Doncic on the floor together this year, the Mavericks are just 1-4, with their only win coming against the tanking San Antonio Spurs. On a 2017 podcast, Irving insisted the Earth is flat. "Whether we're being in pick-and-roll, orwhether we're making plays for one another off each other, so I think that's the exciting future that I see alongside him.". Irving ended up being sidelined for eight games before playing Sunday against the Grizzlies. Nike is likely done with Kyrie Irving, co-founder Phil Knight said in an interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box" on Thursday. He is . USA Basketball 2016 Training Camp MIXTAPE - Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, Carmelo & More NBA Stars! While doing research on YHWH, I posted a Documentary that contained some false anti-Semitic statements, narratives, and language that were untrue and offensive to the Jewish Race/Religion, and I take full accountability and responsibility for my actions, Irving wrote. So the Holocaust in itself is an event that means something to a large group of people that suffered something that could have been avoided.. In Ivring's first seven games with Dallas, he's averaged 24.7 points, 5.1 rebounds and 6.9 assists on 49% shooting . 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Just five games into their partnership in Dallas, things are not going to plan for Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic, as the pair dropped to 1-4 together after a deflating home loss Tuesday vs. the Pacers. Kyrie discusses his tumultuous 2021-22 season, his family, and why he's hopeful for a successful season ahead. The expectation around the NBA is that the Mavericks will ultimately decide to pay Irving, who is likely to ask for a max contract, according to Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report. "I have open dialogue with everybody that spends time with me, wants to have a conversation, wants to ask me questions. We want him a part of this group, Durant said. There isn't anything off the table. So it's a longer question, I don't want to get too longwinded here, but mainly I just want to talk about the progression that I've made and also sitting in this unique position of bringing people together. YES declined comment. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. 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Regardless whether Irving is ultimately forgiven, it is the second time in as many seasons that he will miss playing time, not because of an injury, but due to a controversy entirely of his own making. 1) Miscommunication between Kyrie & Luka during most important play of game, 2) Kyrie signals to Luka after the turnover he was expecting something different, 3) Jarred Vanderbilt is hell pic.twitter.com/dyKdvkxBsE, Rob Perez (@WorldWideWob) February 26, 2023, It would be easy to start afresh after the Irving trade if the team looked different, to cast away the sins of this rosters on-court play and offseason creation. So that's the mission and purpose that I'm focused on and that's what God has put on my heart.". Thats what we have to get to, we have to get better at working the game, and we will., Mavs Jason Kidd: Im not the savior here. And unfortunately in that process, I hurt some people, and I'm sorry for that. There's things being posted every day. ", The Nets did not suspend Irving for the social media posts. Where were you guys asking those same questions when I was a kid learning about the traumatic events of my familial history and what Im proud to come from and why Im proud to stand here and why when I repeat myself that Im not gonna stand down it has nothing to do with dismissing any other race and group of people. I embrace all walks of life, you see it on all my platforms. 1; Lakers climbing, Lillard becoming one of best scorers ever, Report: Harden 'serious' about returning to Houston, LeBron (foot) to miss at least two weeks, per report, Hornets' Ball (ankle) out for season, per report, Lillard has career-high 71 points in Blazers win, Report: NBA, NBPA close to agreement on new CBA. in my eyes," James told ESPN's Michael Wilbon as part of a wide-ranging interview . Im watching, just like you guys,, Doncic said via the Mavericks official YouTube channel, Davis said of Vanderbilt via the NBA Interviews YouTube channel, Kidd said via Kevin Gray Jr. of 105.3 The Fan. Weve seen how far The Doni Show, on its own, can take the Mavericks. Im not the savior here. With Irving and Luka Doncic on the floor together this year, the Mavericks are just 1-4, with their only win coming against the tanking San Antonio Spurs. Hes one of the primary culprits for the teams lack of perimeter defending that has led to the severe exposure of Dallas teeth-lacking protection of the rim. The film Irving promoted advances the anti-Semitic and false thesis that black people are the chosen ones from Israel and have been victimized by Jews. Another post-game interview from head coach Jason Kidd that called out the players. And the movement is just being started, I believe. Uncle Drew was originally a series of Pepsi advertisement in 2012 that is now . 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The eight-time All-Star sat with general managerNico Harrison and Markieff Morris, who was also part of the Nets trade. When asked about playing with fellow All-Star Luka Doni, Irving made it clear that each member of the team is valuable, but said that he is looking forward to having success with a player of Doni's caliber. He "did not realize how much impact that it would cause, posting the link," he said. Just the majority of the documentary was speaking on the lost tribes of our world, Black people specifically, and dealing with other races that are also searching for their history. And like on the other end, he knows guys like to play off of him, and making sure he knew how to play off of it. Ya starting to get creative with these reasons, though, and its actually really funny. Towns later added, It never matters to people until it happens to them. After all, it only came after Irving whiffed on two attempts to apologize in front of cameras and reporters, was hit with that backlash from the ADL and was suspended by the Nets. If Maxi Klebers impending return from injury is Donis version of a New Years resolution or a vice hell give up upon the arrival of Lent, then so be it. So, his value for our team, you cant even put it into words, what he brings and does for us. Early spring success has Texas filling fans with hope, John Harrell resigns as Rockwall-Heath football coach after workout was investigated, UNT lands highly-regarded Lake Highlands junior point guard Jaylen Washington, PK winners! The thesis is that Jewish people are secretly trying to "extort America" as part of "their plan for world domination." 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