“They Have to Discipline Him in Some Way”: Kyrie Irving Concerns Incense 52 Year Old After a Noble Cause Drive Shakes NBA World at Nets vs Pacers
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It was unlike any other game night between Brooklyn Nets and Indiana Pacers on Monday night. A group of Jewish fans wore “Fight Anti-semitism” t-shirts to the game. They were bringing the world’s attention to the recent endorsement by Kyrie Irving. The Nets player has been in the spotlight for his anti-semitic remarks. Earlier this month, it was rapper Kanye West who was called out for the same.
Aaron Jungreis, a 52-year-old, who is also a season ticket holder was one among the people who wore the “Fight anti-semitism” shirts. Jungreis firmly believed that the Nets should no longer have Irving on their team. He said that many people would cancel their tickets because of Irving. Jungreis also said that they had to discipline the Nets player in some way.
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Apparently, the player and the spectator also shared some words. “We told him we love him anyway, even though we know he hates us”. Irving was reported to be grateful to the fans and even gave a thumbs-up during the game. But Aaron Jungreis said that Kyrie Irving‘s words for the fans were “sarcastic”.
Aaron Jungreis, in "Fight anti-Semitism" shirt, on Kyrie Irving Part 2: "We told him we love him anyway, even though we know he hates us." He said Irving told the 8 fans in those shirts that he appreciates them, but "he said it sarcastically."
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Kyrie Irving had endorsed a film on social media titled, “Hebrews to Negroes: Wake up Black America”. The film has been accused of carrying antisemitic material. Irving got into a lot of trouble because people associated his endorsement to be directly proportional to his personal values.
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Both the NBA league and his own team, the Brooklyn Nets clarified that they don’t stand for hate speech of any kind. Nets owner Joe Tsai also expressed his disappointment at Irving’s film promotion.
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Irving responded to the backlash during a post-game press meet and on his social media as well. He said that he was an Omnist. He stated that he was respectful of all religions and meant no disrespect. During the press conference, Irving defended himself and said that he didn’t do anything illegal or harmful.
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Fans are not ready to let it go. Aaron Jungreis was the voice of the fans. In such a climate, where people with access to power and influence, like Kyrie Irving, the responsibility has to be measured.
Do you agree with Aaron Jungreis?