Stephen A. Smith Stands With Kyrie Irving Over NYC Vaccination Laws

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Stephen A. Smith is now taking Kyrie Irving's side.

Kyrie Irving hasn't been allowed to play any games in New York this season due to a bizarre vaccination law that makes it so players on the Nets and Knicks who are unvaccinated can't play in the city. What makes this so weird is that visiting players who are unvaccinated can play in New York City, which is a massive contradiction. 

While Stephen A. Smith has been critical of Kyrie Irving for not getting the vaccine, he is now on the Nets superstar's side. During a rant on First Take today, Smith noted that the vaccination laws are ridiculous and that he has been "screwed" all season long. Simply put, Smith wants Kyrie back on the floor, immediately. 

Stephen A. Smith Stands With Kyrie Irving Over NYC Vaccination Laws
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“I’ve been critical of Kyrie Irving,” Smith said. “I didn’t stutter, I’m not backing up. I meant every single damn word I said. But that does not mean what New York has done to him is right. It is not. Kyrie Irving should have never been prevented or prohibited from playing a game at the Barclays Center this season. This city of New York’s rule is bogus, it is ridiculous.”


It's good to see Smith taking Kyrie's side here, especially given everything that he has stated about the Nets star in the past. Regardless, it could be a while before New York lets Kyrie play, so stay tuned to HNHH for all of the latest news and updates from around the basketball world.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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