Kyrie Irving clarifies his position on vaccines, but this will still remove him from playing for the Brooklyn Nets in the foreseeable future.
According to a report by The athlete Shams CharaniaIrving, who has already been absent from his team’s pre-season activities, says he is not against the vaccine itself, but rather the wider implications of workplace mandates, saying a source wanted “Kyrie wants to be a voice for the silent. “.
“This is a position that Irving has explained to close teammates,” Charania’s report said. “For him, this is a bigger fight than on the court, and Irving challenges the perceived control over society and people’s livelihoods, according to sources familiar with Irving’s thinking. It’s a decision he believes he is able to take into account his current life dynamics. ”
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Previous reports have suggested that Irving would only be allowed to play games on the road, according to New York guidelines. Nets GM Sean Marxhowever, they confirmed in a statement on wednesday (october 13th) that their team’s star defender will not be able to train or play with the team until he “qualifies to be a full member”.
“Given the evolving nature of the situation and after careful consideration, we have decided that Kyrie Irving will not play or train with the team until she qualifies as a full participant,” the statement said. “Kyrie made a personal choice and we respect his individual right to choose. At present, the choice limits his ability to be a full-time team member, and we will not allow any member of our team to participate part-time. “
Wednesday’s announcement from the Nets puts the ball firmly in Irving’s field. Last week, the Brooklyn training facility was designated a private facility in the city, meaning Irving can train with the team. However, Marx’s statement now repeals any classification the city has made.