Mandatory Credit: Brad PennerNov 3 (Reuters) - The Brooklyn Nets on Thursday suspended star guard Kyrie Irving for at least five games, saying that despite holding a second press conference to address a controversial documentary he had still refused to disavow anti-Semitism.
The team said Irving would be suspended until he undergoes a series of unspecified "remedial measures", but no less than five games.
Irving issued a joint statement with the Nets and the Anti-Defamation League on Wednesday, saying he opposed all forms of hatred.
Irving and the Nets also said they would each donate $500,000 toward organizations that work to eradicate hate.
While not specifically mentioning the issues with Irving, the Nets parted ways with head coach Steve Nash on Tuesday after a disappointing start to their season.