Back in November, All-Star guard Kyrie Irving issued an apology to the Jewish community for sharing a documentary that featured antisemitic theories and language.
“To All Jewish families and Communities that are hurt and affected from my post, I am deeply sorry to have caused you pain, and I apologize,” Irving wrote on Instagram. “I initially reacted out of emotion to being unjustly labeled Anti-Semitic, instead of focusing on the healing process of my Jewish Brothers and Sisters that were hurt from the hateful remarks made in the Documentary. I want to clarify any confusion on where I stand fighting against Anti- semitism by apologizing for posting the documentary without context and a factual explanation outlining the specific beliefs in the Documentary I agreed with and disagreed with. I had no intentions to disrespect any Jewish cultural history regarding the Holocaust or perpetuate any hate. I am learning from this unfortunate event and hope we can find understanding between us all.”
The Nets wanted Irving to apologize to those he offended before returning to the hardwood.
Now that Irving is on the Mavericks, his apology post has been deleted from his Instagram account.
The timing of this decision from Irving is interesting to say the least.
Irving is set to be a free agent this summer.
We’ll see if Irving can form a dynamic duo with Luka Doncic in Dallas.