“Used to promote hatred” – Muslim NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar speaks out about Kyrie Irving’s antisemitism controversy
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Kyrie Irving (L) Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (R)
NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has never backed down on speaking his mind about politics. The NBA legend has given his two cents on the Kyrie Irving controversy and believes the Brooklyn Nets star is being “used”.
Not long ago, the NBA and Brooklyn Nets suspended superstar Kyrie Irving for his controversial comments on Semitism. The 30-year-old player has not taken any accountability for his hate speech according to the organization and hence suspended for at least 5 games. Devout Muslim player, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar talks to Jake Tapper of CNN and says Irving has been used to spread hatred.
This is not the first time Kareem has lashed out at the former Cleveland Cavaliers player. “Well, I think Kyrie has to understand what’s happening. He’s being unwittingly used to promote hatred and antisemitism,” said Abdul-Jabbar in a bold appearance on CNN Tonight with Jake Tapper.
Kareem believes Kyrie Irving is not aware of the damage he is causing to all the minorities and marginalized communities in the United States of America. Irving has been very firm on his stance and has defended his actions by sharing a documentary that is said to have anti-semitism propaganda.
Thank god for common sense Kareem. God bless you “cap.”@jaketapper, Ty for bringing on a true hero who’s courageous enough to speak up (again). Sad he has to again but this is where we are.
— Nick Gelso (@CLNS_Nick) November 8, 2022
NBA fans, @kaj33 sent LeBron nothing but love for when he breaks scoring record pic.twitter.com/0Wh8gicgDM
“Make sure that all marginalized groups receive the same protection as the groups that are used to giving that protection and feeling safe,” said the former Lakers superstar on his CNN appearance. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is not alone in his criticism of Kyrie Irving. Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal are other NBA legends who slammed the Nets star for his actions.
Fans react to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s bold statement on CNN
I'm tired of hearing about Kanye West and Kyrie Irving (and those like them), however, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said exactly the right thing. https://t.co/ugf1rkFco0
— Tiffany Rayne (@TiffanyRayne) November 8, 2022
@kaj33 we stood with you now you stand against @KyrieIrving for similar views cut they’re still cutting the check for you pic.twitter.com/Ir7xAZqBLG
— Moody™ (@GranCruTv) November 9, 2022
@kaj33 it's sad how people want @KyrieIrving to ?&?
— ?TUFF LOVE? (@MRTUFFLOVE) November 9, 2022
Hey @kaj33 I agree with your take on @KyrieIrving as well as what @SHAQ said.
— T (@pearceweb) November 4, 2022
At the same time I don’t think Kyrie’s ignorance is on the same level as @kanyewest nor do I think he aimed to be antisemitic.
Sadly he doesn’t know when to apologize for his Idiocracy. ? pic.twitter.com/luhNcrj3WU
Kareem got it right. Those who believe Kyrie Irving are producing the kind of hate that damages our republic. Kyrie is dead wrong, and we should stop the lies and those who do. https://t.co/z397pqU2ew
— Justice B. (@jbernardh) November 8, 2022
All these former NBA players are quick to call Kyrie Irving an idiot but nobody tried to reach out & try to talk/educate him ??♂️
— ????? (@UniqueVon_) November 9, 2022
I’m not surprised by Charles Barkley but Shaq, Dr. J, & Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are all disappointing!
He's no longer Kareem Abdul Jabbar. Now he's just Old ? Lew. https://t.co/MhulPPn6TD
— Tr1ll Texas (@TexasFBA4Ever) November 8, 2022
Thank you @kaj33 for speaking out against #KyrieIrving’s antisemitism. You have always been outstanding friend to the Jewish community and a warrior for peace. pic.twitter.com/obqpCKF4LH
— Arsen Ostrovsky (@Ostrov_A) November 8, 2022
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