Nets’ Kyrie Irving could return to home court soon as NYC mayor Eric Adams plans to phase out vaccine mandate
2 years, 10 months ago

Nets’ Kyrie Irving could return to home court soon as NYC mayor Eric Adams plans to phase out vaccine mandate

New York Times  

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving could soon be eligible to appear in home games after New York City Mayor Eric Adams told reporters Wednesday that the city plans to phase out the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Following the mayor's comments, Nets coach Steve Nash said Irving is working toward being able to play full-time if the mandate is lifted. Adams' announcement comes one week after NBA commissioner Adam Silver questioned New York City's vaccine mandate only applying to home teams, discussing how Irving cannot play at Barclays Center. GO DEEPER Kyrie Irving’s status and four other factors hanging over the Nets as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament When could we see Irving on the court at Barclays?

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Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in Dallas
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyrie Irving ready to leave turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on future in Dallas

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving is ready to leave the turbulent times in Brooklyn behind and focus on his future in Dallas. A year after he was traded by the Nets, Irving returned for the first time Tuesday night and said he doesn’t worry about people’s opinions of his 3 1/2 seasons with Brooklyn. “I don’t want to get too …

Irving excused from Nets-Wizards, 1 day after trade request
1 year, 10 months ago

Irving excused from Nets-Wizards, 1 day after trade request

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving sat out the Brooklyn Nets’ come-from-behind win over Washington on Saturday night, a day after he told the team he would like to be traded. Brooklyn coach Jacque Vaughn said after the Nets’ 125-123 win that Irving did not attend the game and that the player’s absence was excused. He did say Irving “was not …

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand

Daily Mail  

Kyrie Irving has been scratched from Saturday's Brooklyn Nets game due to what the team is calling a 'sore calf,' thereby preserving the point guard's health ahead of Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. The fourth-place Nets host the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday – one day after Irving demanded a trade from Brooklyn general manager Sean Marks. Kyrie Irving has been …

Nike says Nets’ Kyrie Irving no longer one of its athletes
2 years ago

Nike says Nets’ Kyrie Irving no longer one of its athletes

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving’s relationship with Nike is officially over, the shoe and athletic apparel maker said on Monday, a move that came a month after the company suspended the Brooklyn Nets guard as part of the fallout from him tweeting a link to a film containing antisemitic material. “Kyrie Irving is no longer a Nike athlete,” the company said in a …

Irving rejoins Nets, seeks to keep focus on basketball
2 years, 1 month ago

Irving rejoins Nets, seeks to keep focus on basketball

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving apologized Sunday morning to anyone who felt threatened or hurt when he posted a link to a documentary with antisemitic material, clearing the way to finally play again for the Brooklyn Nets. “I’m just here to focus on the game,” Irving said after scoring 14 points in helping the Nets to a 127-115 victory over …

Suspended Nets guard Kyrie Irving meets with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver: Report
2 years, 1 month ago

Suspended Nets guard Kyrie Irving meets with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver: Report

Firstpost  

Irving missed his fourth game Wednesday against the New York Knicks, and the Nets begin a four-game road trip on the West Coast after that. New York: Suspended Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving met with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on Tuesday, a person with knowledge of the meeting said. That came hours after Silver said Irving made a “reckless decision” …

Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without pay
2 years, 1 month ago

Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without pay

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Brooklyn Nets suspended Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay Thursday, dismayed by his repeated failure to “unequivocally say he has no antisemitic beliefs.” Hours after Irving refused to issue the apology that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sought for posting a link to an antisemitic work on his Twitter feed, the Nets said that …

NBA | Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for refusing to disavow anti-Semitism
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA | Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for refusing to disavow anti-Semitism

The Hindu  

The Brooklyn Nets on Thursday suspended star guard Kyrie Irving for at least five games, saying that despite holding a second press conference to address a controversial documentary he had still refused to disavow anti-Semitism. Irving has faced heavy criticism since posting a link to the 2018 film on Twitter last week and initially defended doing so during a contentious …

Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without pay
2 years, 1 month ago

Brooklyn Nets suspend Kyrie Irving for at least 5 games without pay

The Hindu  

The Brooklyn Nets suspended Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay Thursday, dismayed by his repeated failure to “unequivocally say he has no antisemitic beliefs.” Hours after Irving refused to issue the apology that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sought for posting a link to an antisemitic work on his Twitter feed, the Nets said that Irving is “currently …

Durant, Irving try to move on after Nets’ turbulent summer
2 years, 2 months ago

Durant, Irving try to move on after Nets’ turbulent summer

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kevin Durant asked to leave, though figured he wouldn’t. “There were options,” Irving said, “but not many, I’ll tell you that, because again, this stigma of whether or not I want to play, whether or not I’m going to be committed to the team, which I thought was really unfair at times. Marks said the Nets didn’t …

NYC ending vaccine mandate for private employers on Nov. 1
2 years, 3 months ago

NYC ending vaccine mandate for private employers on Nov. 1

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City will lift its COVID-19 vaccine mandate for private-sector employers on Nov. 1, Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday in another sign of the city’s gradual return to pre-pandemic norms. The city began requiring almost all private businesses to ban unvaccinated employees from the workplace in December 2021, just as the Omicron wave began claiming hundreds …

NBA: Kyrie Irving decides to exercise $37 million option to stay with the Nets, says report
2 years, 5 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving decides to exercise $37 million option to stay with the Nets, says report

Firstpost  

The seven-time All-Star averaged 27.4 points and 5.8 assists this past season for the Nets, with whom he has spent the last three seasons. Kyrie Irving has decided to exercise his $36.9 million option for the coming season and will remain under contract with the Brooklyn Nets, two people with knowledge of his decision said Monday. Irving wasn’t with the …

If Kyrie Irving is available, Lakers should add him — consequences be damned
2 years, 6 months ago

If Kyrie Irving is available, Lakers should add him — consequences be damned

New York Times  

Rob Pelinka’s job is to make the Los Angeles Lakers a better basketball team. So the notion of Kyrie Irving, who has already won one championship playing alongside LeBron James, angling to come to L.A. in pursuit of more, has to bring quite a smile to the face of the Lakers’ embattled vice president of basketball operations. Irving is a …

No regrets, no what ifs for Kyrie Irving after home debut
2 years, 8 months ago

No regrets, no what ifs for Kyrie Irving after home debut

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving is not about to look back now. “That’s the only thing that I’m really focused on, is the now and getting back ready for the next game and just going from there,” Irving said. I don’t think that’s a word that gets defined enough in our society, about the freedom to make choices in your …

NYC lifts vaccine rule that blocked athletes from home games
2 years, 9 months ago

NYC lifts vaccine rule that blocked athletes from home games

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City’s mayor exempted athletes and performers — including Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving — from the city’s vaccine mandate Thursday, while keeping the rule in place for private and public workers who risk losing their jobs for refusing to get inoculated. Adams’ predecessor, Mayor Bill de Blasio, made vaccination mandatory as a workplace safety rule …

New York City Mayor Set to Lift Vaccine Mandate on Athletes, Performers: Report
2 years, 9 months ago

New York City Mayor Set to Lift Vaccine Mandate on Athletes, Performers: Report

News 18  

New York Mayor Eric Adams is set to lift the city’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for performers and professional athletes as early as this week, Politico reported on Wednesday, a rule that has come under growing criticism by local sports teams. The mandate, imposed by former Mayor Bill de Blasio, is part of a larger order that all private-sector workers in …

NBA star Kyrie Irving could be allowed to play as NYC exempts athletes from vaccine mandate
2 years, 9 months ago

NBA star Kyrie Irving could be allowed to play as NYC exempts athletes from vaccine mandate

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy New York City mayor …

If NYC lifts this indoor vaccine mandate, Kyrie Irving still won’t be able to play at home
2 years, 9 months ago

If NYC lifts this indoor vaccine mandate, Kyrie Irving still won’t be able to play at home

CNN  

CNN — New York City plans to soon lift one of its Covid-19 vaccine requirements for indoor activities, but Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving, who is unvaccinated, still won’t be able to play home games due to the city’s workplace vaccine mandate, a city official confirmed to CNN. On Sunday, New York Mayor Eric Adams announced that provided the city’s …

Kyrie Irving’s status and four other factors hanging over the Nets as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament
2 years, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving’s status and four other factors hanging over the Nets as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament

New York Times  

BROOKLYN — With just 23 games left in the regular season, the fate of the Nets’ season hinges on a few key elements. “I think he’s working towards being able to play in every game, so if the mandate is lifted, the expectation would be that he could play in all our games,” Nash said. “I think that’s what he’s …

Nets owner Tsai unsure when unvaccinated Kryrie Irving will play again
3 years, 1 month ago

Nets owner Tsai unsure when unvaccinated Kryrie Irving will play again

The Hindu  

Brooklyn Nets owner Joseph Tsai said he is not sure when Kyrie Irving will play for his team again, with the guard unable to join the team having chosen not to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The NBA does not require players to be inoculated but Irving is not eligible to play in home games because a New York mandate requires …

Brooklyn Nets owner calls on Kyrie Irving to get his Covid jab
3 years, 1 month ago

Brooklyn Nets owner calls on Kyrie Irving to get his Covid jab

Daily Mail  

Brooklyn Nets owner Joseph Tsai has urged Kyrie Irving to get vaccinated, but has admitted that the decision remains out of his hands amid the NBA star's stand off. Irving stands to lose around half of his $35million salary this season because of New York's vaccine mandate, which prevents him from playing home games at Brooklyn's Barclays Center without being …

NBA: Protesters show support for Irving's vaccine stance ahead of Nets vs Hornets
3 years, 1 month ago

NBA: Protesters show support for Irving's vaccine stance ahead of Nets vs Hornets

The Hindu  

Protesters scaled barricades and pushed toward the doors of the Brooklyn Nets' home arena on Sunday in support of NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving, who could not join the team as he has chosen not to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Videos that surfaced online showed protesters outside the arena ahead of the Nets' first home game of the 2021-22 NBA season …

NBA commissioner hopes Kyrie Irving changes his mind over COVID-19 vaccine
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA commissioner hopes Kyrie Irving changes his mind over COVID-19 vaccine

The Hindu  

National Basketball Association Commissioner Adam Silver hopes Kyrie Irving will eventually get vaccinated and said he respects New York City's COVID-19 regulations that have put the Brooklyn Nets guard's season under doubt. Irving said last week he was "being true to what feels good" by choosing not to get vaccinated after the Brooklyn Nets decided he would not be allowed …

NBA preview: Silver says he hopes Irving gets vaccinated
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA preview: Silver says he hopes Irving gets vaccinated

Associated Press  

Adam Silver, the basketball fan, would prefer to see Kyrie Irving on the court again with the Brooklyn Nets as soon as possible. “I would like to see our players vaccinated, because I think it’s a public service of sorts, particularly to young people who might not see the value of getting vaccinated,” Silver said on the eve of the …

Kyrie Irving 'being true' to himself by not getting vaccinated
3 years, 2 months ago

Kyrie Irving 'being true' to himself by not getting vaccinated

The Hindu  

Kyrie Irving said he was "being true to what feels good" by choosing not to get vaccinated after the Brooklyn Nets decided he will not be allowed to practice or play with them until he complies with New York City's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. A New York mandate requires proof of at least one shot of the vaccine to enter large …

NBA: Brooklyn Nets' Kyrie Irving 'doing what's best' for himself in declining COVID-19 vaccine
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Brooklyn Nets' Kyrie Irving 'doing what's best' for himself in declining COVID-19 vaccine

Firstpost  

Irving addressed the issue on Instagram Live on Wednesday, confirming that he hoped to be back on the floor with teammates eventually. New York: Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving says he’s “doing what’s best for me” in declining a Covid-19 vaccine, a move that will see him sidelined from NBA play. “Do what’s best for you, but I am not …

Nets won’t play Irving until he meets vaccine requirement
3 years, 2 months ago

Nets won’t play Irving until he meets vaccine requirement

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving can keep refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine. “Kyrie’s made it clear that he has a choice in this matter and it’s ultimately going to be up to him what he decides,” general manager Sean Marks said. I think that’s probably pretty clear.” Marks said he and owner Joe Tsai together made the decision, adding …

Kyrie Irving won't play for Brooklyn Nets until he meets vaccine requirement
3 years, 2 months ago

Kyrie Irving won't play for Brooklyn Nets until he meets vaccine requirement

The Hindu  

The Brooklyn Nets won't play Kyrie Irving until he is vaccinated. I think that’s probably pretty clear.” READ: Marks said he and owner Joe Tsai together made the decision, adding that it came through discussions with Irving and his associates. Irving wasn't even eligible to practice with the Nets in New York until Friday, when the city told the team …

Nets say Kyrie Irving is ineligible to play amid drama over his vaccination status
3 years, 2 months ago

Nets say Kyrie Irving is ineligible to play amid drama over his vaccination status

NPR  

Nets say Kyrie Irving is ineligible to play amid drama over his vaccination status Enlarge this image toggle caption Adam Hunger/AP Adam Hunger/AP Brooklyn Nets All-Star guard Kyrie Irving won't be allowed to play in practices or games, general manager Sean Marks said Tuesday, strongly suggesting that he continues to run afoul of New York City's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for …

Kyrie Irving allowed to practice in New York without vaccination - reports
3 years, 2 months ago

Kyrie Irving allowed to practice in New York without vaccination - reports

The Hindu  

Brooklyn Nets star point guard Kyrie Irving, who remains unvaccinated against COVID-19, now will be allowed to practice at the team's home facility despite a New York City mandate requiring vaccination to enter certain large indoor spaces. That means Irving can rejoin the team for home practices going forward - but it does not settle the matter of Brooklyn's 41 …

Kevin Durant still sees Kyrie Irving playing for Nets despite vaccine stance
3 years, 2 months ago

Kevin Durant still sees Kyrie Irving playing for Nets despite vaccine stance

The Hindu  

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant said he still envisions Kyrie Irving playing a role for the team this season despite uncertainty over the seven-time All Star's COVID-19 vaccination status. The season begins on Oct. 19 and unvaccinated players must comply with a long list of restrictions to play in games and take part in team activities such as practice. Irving …

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses Brooklyn Nets' practice in New York City after refusing to get vaccinated
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses Brooklyn Nets' practice in New York City after refusing to get vaccinated

Firstpost  

New York has implemented new health and safety regulations which do not allow unvaccinated athletes to take part in practices and games. Irving would need proof of at least one vaccine shot in order to practice at the Barclays Center arena. Los Angeles: Brooklyn point guard Kyrie Irving, who has been staunchly against getting vaccinated for the coronavirus, missed the …

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses first practice session after Brooklyn Nets return to New York
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses first practice session after Brooklyn Nets return to New York

Firstpost  

Kyrie Irving hasn’t said if he has been vaccinated against COVID-19, asking for privacy when pressed about his status during the team’s media day on 27 September New York: Kyrie Irving didn’t practice with the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, again remaining away from the team amid questions about his availability to play in New York because of the city’s vaccine …

Irving misses 1st practice after Nets return to New York
3 years, 2 months ago

Irving misses 1st practice after Nets return to New York

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving didn’t practice with the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday, again remaining away from the team amid questions about his availability to play in New York because of the city’s vaccine mandate. Nash said he wasn’t concerned about not being able to have his full team together, two weeks before the Nets play the NBA’s season-opening game …

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses Brooklyn Nets' media day, declines to reveal vaccination status
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving misses Brooklyn Nets' media day, declines to reveal vaccination status

Firstpost  

Kyrie Irving joins a growing list of NBA players, which also includes Bradley Beal, Jonathan Isaac and Andrew Wiggins, who firmly said no, or have expressed great hesitancy, about getting the vaccine. Los Angeles: NBA star Kyrie Irving skipped the Brooklyn Nets media day on Monday because of COVID-19 protocols and declined to discuss his vaccination status, which could prevent …

Irving asks for privacy about vaccine, availability for Nets
3 years, 2 months ago

Irving asks for privacy about vaccine, availability for Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Unable to attend the Brooklyn Nets’ media day, Kyrie Irving asked for privacy Monday when pressed about his vaccination status and availability for home games. “As of right now, please just respect my privacy regarding anything — home games, what’s happening with vaccination.” The players who were asked about Irving said they weren’t concerned. “I still the …

NBA DENIES Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins a religious exemption for Covid vaccine
3 years, 2 months ago

NBA DENIES Golden State Warriors star Andrew Wiggins a religious exemption for Covid vaccine

Daily Mail  

The NBA has denied Andrew Wiggins' request for a vaccination exemption, leaving the Golden State Warriors swingman ineligible to play home games until he meets San Francisco's vaccination requirement. 'The NBA has reviewed and denied Andrew Wiggins' request for religious exemption from the San Francisco Department of Public Health's order requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all participants age 12 and older …

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