The New York Times – Sports:
The sportswear giant suspended its partnership with the N.B.A. star last month, after he posted a link to an antisemitic film on social media.
Category: National Basketball Assn
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The Utah Jazz Are Defying Everyone Who Said They Would Lose
The New York Times – Sports:
Many fans and pundits expected the Utah Jazz to tank this season for a better draft pick next year. Instead, they’re among the best teams in the N.B.A.
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Kyrie Irving’s Suspension is Lifted, Expected to Return to Nets
The New York Times – Sports:
In his first news conference since his suspension began, Irving said he doesn’t stand for “anything close to hate speech or antisemitism.”
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Kyrie Irving Apologizes, Saying He Doesn’t ‘Condone’ Hate Speech
The New York Times – Sports:
The Nets have listed Irving as questionable for Sunday’s game, indicating his suspension from the team may have been lifted.
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Kyrie Irving Could Return to the Nets Soon. A Top Jewish Leader Still Hopes to Meet.
The New York Times – Sports:
Jonathan Greenblatt, the head of the Anti-Defamation League, was contacted by the Nets after Irving was suspended after highlighting an antisemitic film. On Thursday, Greenblatt said he had yet to speak with Irving directly.
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Former Team Psychologist Settles Lawsuit Against the Spurs and Joshua Primo
The New York Times – Sports:
Dr. Hillary Cauthen had said in her civil complaint that Primo, a former San Antonio guard, exposed himself to her and that the team did not take appropriate steps to protect her or others.
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What’s Next for Kyrie Irving’s Career?
The New York Times – Sports:
Irving’s antisemitic movie post is his biggest controversy yet. But the potential fallout could affect not just his basketball career but the N.B.A. itself.
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Jane Gross, Sportswriter Who Opened Locker Room Doors, Dies at 75
The New York Times – Sports:
She made news by entering a pro basketball inner sanctum to do her job. Years later, her mother’s physical decline led her to write about aging for The Times and in a book.