Brooklyn Nets All-Star Kyrie IrvineHe has responded to being accused of sharing on social media a film that contained antisemitic material.
Irving was rebuffed by Joe Tsai, owner of the Nets. seven-time All-StarA message was posted to Twitter by the author claiming that he meant no disrespect.
Kyrie Irving (11) from the Brooklyn Nets in a game against New Orleans Pelicans on Oct. 19, 2022 at Barclays Center, Brooklyn, N.Y.
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“I am an OMNIST and I meant no disrespect to anyone’s religious beliefs,” Irving posted to Twitter. “The ‘Anti-Semitic’ label that is being pushed on me is not justified and does not reflect the reality or truth I live in everyday. I accept and want to learn from all walks and religions.
KYRIE IRRIVING PROMOTES ANTISEMITIC TWITTER FILM
Merriam-Webster defines an omnist as someone who believes in all religions.
The Brooklyn Guard shared an Amazon link Thursday to the movie “Hebrews To Negroes: Wake up Black America”
Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets faced the Milwaukee Bucks at Barclays Center, March 31, 2022 in New York City.
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According to reports, the movie is based on a 2015 book that contains antisemitic material written by radical Black Hebrew Israelites.
Amazon’s movie description says that the film “uncovers Israel’s true identity by proving Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and the Sons of Ham their true ethnicity.” Find out more Islam, Judaism & ChristianityThis movie is a culmination of tons of research and centuries of cover-ups about the biblical identity of the “Negro”.
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Tsai condemned Irving’s apparent promotion of the film Friday.
Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during a game against Dallas Mavericks Oct. 27, 20,22 at Barclays Center Brooklyn, N.Y.
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“I’m disappointed that Kyrie appears to support a film based on a book full of anti-semitic disinformation,” Tsai spoke on Twitter. “I want to make sure that he understands that hate based upon race, ethnicity, or religion is not something that is right for us all.
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“This is bigger then basketball.”
The The Indiana Pacers take on the NetsTonight, at 7:30 ET, they try to end a 3-game losing streak.
