Bulls waive guard Jaden Ivey after anti-LGBTQ comments, remarks about religion on Instagram - AP News
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Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey after he posted anti-LGBTQ and religious comments on Instagram.
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The Chicago Bulls have waived guard Jaden Ivey following anti-LGBTQ comments and remarks about religion he posted on Instagram. Ivey's social media posts drew criticism for their content regarding LGBTQ issues and religious messaging. The waiver represents a significant consequence for the player, as it makes him free to be claimed by other NBA teams or sign elsewhere. The move reflects the league's ongoing effort to address controversial statements by players on social platforms. Ivey, a first-round draft pick in 2022, had appeared in a limited role with the Bulls this season.
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The Bulls waived the player in response to the social media posts.
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