LeBron James changed his stance on Kyrie Irving and his recent anti-Semitic behavior. fans will remember that the 4x NBA champion initially took a stance against Kyrie. However, after the Nets decided to suspend Irving and make up additional criteria for his return, LeBron decided to back his old teammate.
We all know that LeBron and Kyrie have a history together and were excellent teammates. Therefore, James’ change in tune towards the issue of Irving’s behavior has garnered the interest of NBA fans. One should wonder how they reacted to this sudden U-turn by LeBron James in the Kyrie Irving controversy. Additionally, knowing what the King said in the first place is also important.LeBron James on Kyrie Irving: What did LeBron say about the Brooklyn Nets suspension?
When first asked about his thoughts on what Irving did, LeBron was quite critical and claimed that he didn’t respect it. However, it appears that the public backlash he has faced and recent events have made him readdress this issue.
💭 I told you guys that I don’t believe in sharing hurtful information. And I’ll continue to be that way but Kyrie apologized and he should be able to play. That’s what I think. It’s that simple. Help him learn- but he should be playing. What he’s asked to do to get back on
— LeBron James (@KingJames) November 10, 2022
the floor I think is excessive IMO. He’s not the person that’s being portrayed of him. Anyways back to my rehab session.
— LeBron James (@KingJames) November 10, 2022
Despite Kyrie’s apology, the Nets are not satisfied and have suspended him until he fulfills certain criteria and proves he has grown past this incident. Suspending a player for what he posted is something that even LeBron James does not completely tolerate. Here is what he had to say on social media.
“I told you guys I don’t believe in sharing hurtful information. And I’ll continue to be that way but Kyrie apologized and he should be able to play. That’s what I think. It’s that simple. Help him learn- but he should be playing.”
You hate Ky
— Hub. (@HubisMe) November 10, 2022
Get him to LA then.
— … (@GoatManning) November 10, 2022
The King clarified that this was just his opinion but he disagreed with the Nets’ approach, “What he’s asked to do to get back on the floor I think is excessive IMO. He’s not the person that’s being portrayed of him. Anyways back to my rehab session.”
We certainly think that LeBron has raised valid points and put them across well. This tweet had NBA fans reacting all over social media. Many of them think the damage was done, “it’s too late. The problem is you didn’t stand up for your brother when your voice mattered. IMO”.
it’s too late. The problem is you didn’t stand up for your brother when your voice mattered. IMO
— JoeCat (@JoeCattt) November 10, 2022
Others also think that this could mean that Kyrie Irving will be playing for the Lakers. Some even took shots at LeBron for his recent injuries and the team’s poor play instead.
KYRIE TO THE LAKERS OMG
— KingCharge (@KingChargeYT) November 10, 2022
You threw him under the bus. You let us down.
— Raveon Hoston (@SuperStarRayy) November 10, 2022
We’re not reading this, just retire please.
— Saz (@SazMCFC) November 10, 2022
In any case, it is unfair to criticize the 4x NBA champion for not blindly supporting his former teammate. We should respect LeBron’s stance on this issue and wonder about how the Nets are going to handle this on their end.
