Fans Rip Knicks for Lackluster Racial Injustice Statement

NBA fans took to Twitter where they criticized the New York Knicks for a delayed and lackluster statement about racial injustice in America.

A general view of the New York Knicks logo
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A general view of the New York Knicks logo

Once again, the Knicks have disappointed their fans

Since protests erupted all over the country following the murder of George Floyd, organizations, brands, and companies have spoken out against racial injustice and police brutality. Initially, the Knicks decided not to release such a statement, a move that reportedly didn't sit well with players. 

I'm told that Knicks players and employees are furious that the team hasn't made a public statement about George Floyd. And I just obtained the e-mail that owner Jim Dolan sent to MSG employees today defending the organization's decision to stay silent: pic.twitter.com/xG1BA7tV5V

— Pablo Torre 🏴‍☠️ (@PabloTorre) June 2, 2020

After facing widespread backash, the Knicks finally released a statement on Tuesday. But for many, it was too little too late.

pic.twitter.com/q1Ui8N29ai

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) June 9, 2020

"Every one of us has a role to play in creating a just and equal society, where there is no racism, bigotry, violence or hate," the message reads. "We stand for all who act for positive change."

The Knicks played the worst perimeter offense with this tweet. The team avoided the deep-rooted issues that live in the paint to shoot a low percentage three in an effort to please everyone while not really saying anything at all. As is usually the case with the beleaguered franchise, fans were ruthless in their criticism.

DEFUND THE KNICKS https://t.co/8WVe93Itzg

— Desus MFing Nice💯 (@desusnice) June 9, 2020

This is basically James Dolan and the statement the Knicks just released. pic.twitter.com/UwhFUygzly

— Jimmy Traina (@JimmyTraina) June 9, 2020

The most recent 5 statements from NBA ownership/teams and whether they mentioned "police" or "police brutality":

Pelicans ✅
Pistons ✅
Hawks ✅
Spurs ✅
Knicks 🟥 https://t.co/L0X2GvlOq7

— Tom Haberstroh (@tomhaberstroh) June 9, 2020

They took an entire week and a half to wrestle around with a statement that doesn’t include the word black, lives, matter, police, or brutality.

Man, fuck this organization. https://t.co/cY8WIzXrTs

— Meelz 💪🏾 (@MeelzTV) June 9, 2020

ole all leagues matter lookin ass https://t.co/ObWewvSIgN

— Donwill® One Word No Space No DJ (@donwill) June 9, 2020

“Here! Damn.” https://t.co/cCiYyOGZBl

— Ronald Isley (@yoyotrav) June 9, 2020

“Nobody wants to play for the Knicks.”-KD https://t.co/KYiMYlvCv7

— BEAN 🏁🏁🏁 (@MGRADS) June 9, 2020

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