The Chicago Bulls have waived Jaden Ivey after a series of comments made by the guard on social media drew widespread attention.
In a brief announcement, the team said:
“The Chicago Bulls announced today that the team has waived guard Jaden Ivey due to conduct detrimental to the team.”
The decision comes after Ivey made a number of public statements during livestreams, including his views on Pride Month:
“They proclaim Pride Month… to celebrate unrighteousness.”
He also addressed the reaction to his comments, saying:
“How is it that one can’t speak righteousness?”
Those remarks quickly circulated online and became a major talking point.
Following his release, Ivey responded directly, rejecting the way the situation was handled:
“They’re liars… this is lying.”
“All I’m preaching about is Jesus Christ and they waived me.”
He also added:
“[Championships] are not gonna matter on judgment day.”
The Bulls have not issued any further explanation beyond their initial statement.
