I'm not going and leaving this game like this: Kyrie Irving

Shubham Singh
14 Oct 2021
17:36
I'm not going and leaving this game like this: Kyrie Irving

After the Brooklyn Nets declared that Kyrie can’t be with the team unless he gets a vaccination jab, there have been murmurs about him hanging his boots. However, the All-star point guard has made it clear that he isn’t going anywhere away from basketball. The guard said it is his choice to remain unvaccinated and that despite financial repercussions, he is going to exercise his individuality. Irving may still play away games but can’t play home games as of now since New York has a mandate for workers to get a vaccination jab if they want to perform their craft.

Kyrie Irving, Guard, Brooklyn Nets
I am doing what's best for me. I know the consequences here, and if it means that I'm judged and demonised for that, that's just what it is, that's the role I play. No, I'm not retiring, and no, I'm not going and leaving this game like this. There's still so much more work to do. The financial consequences, I know I do not want to even do that. But it is reality that in order to be in New York City, in order to be on a team, I have to be vaccinated. I chose to be unvaccinated, and that was my choice, and I would ask you all to just respect that choice. I am going to just continue to stay in shape, be ready to play, be ready to rock out with my teammates and just be part of this whole thing. This is not a political thing; this is not about the NBA, not about any organization. This is about my life and what I am choosing to do.
WBBL: Sydney wins 2021 season opener against Melbourne
WBBL: Sydney wins 2021 season opener against Melbourne
WNBA: Mercury ties Finals series with a thrilling OT win
WNBA: Mercury ties Finals series with a thrilling OT win
Victoria Azarenka storms into WTA BNP Indian Wells Semis
Victoria Azarenka storms into WTA BNP Indian Wells Semis
Follow Telecom Asia Sport!
Comments
No Comments Yet! Be the first to share what you think!
This website uses cookies
This provides customers with a personalized experience and increases the efficiency of visiting the site, allowing us to provide the most efficient service. By using the website and accepting the terms of the policy, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with the terms of this policy.