Kyrie Irving: On the Record

NBA star Kyrie Irving was suspended after promoting a film containing Holocaust denial and antisemitic claims.

On the record

• Oct. 27, 2022 — Posted a link to the film “Hebrews to Negroes” (which contains Holocaust denial and antisemitic claims) and, asked whether he held antisemitic beliefs, said “I cannot be antisemitic if I know where I come from”; the Nets suspended him. [PBS] [Rolling Stone]

The context

Irving apologized. The Nets reinstated him after an eight-game suspension and described a process of reflection and learning. ADL declined his proposed $500,000 donation; reporting said he spoke with members of the Jewish community, but the cited record does not establish a completed ADL meeting. [Brooklyn Nets] [Sports Illustrated]

Where Galil stands

Our opinion: He promoted a film containing Holocaust denial to millions and initially refused to disavow it. His later apology and reinstatement are material and remain part of the record.

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