Nike ends shoe deal with NBA player Kyrie Irving
The Brooklyn Nets had suspended Irving for five games after he shared a link to an antisemitic film on social media.
The Brooklyn Nets had suspended Irving for five games after he shared a link to an antisemitic film on social media.
Kyrie Irving apologized Sunday morning to anyone who felt threatened or hurt when he posted a link to a documentary with antisemitic material, clearing the way to finally play again for the Brooklyn Nets.
Jaylen Brown voiced support for Kyrie Irving's return, and questioned the actions of Nets owner Joe Tsai and the NBA.
Celtics forward Jaylen Brown tweeted Saturday night that Nets owner Joe Tsai's handling of Kyrie Irving's punishment for promoting an antisemitic film on social media is "alarming."
WBZ TV's Anna Meiler reports
Kyrie Irving has apologized after tweeting his support for a documentary with antisemitic views.
Kyrie Irving said Saturday he embraced all religions, defiantly defending his right to post whatever he believes after the owner of the Brooklyn Nets said he was disappointed that Irving appeared to back an antisemitic film.
Apparently, there are a lot of scorned ex-girlfriends around the NBA.
The Celtics are flying high after their epic Game 1 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. They need to carry that momentum into Game 2 on Wednesday night.
Kyrie Irving said after his Game 1 loss to the Celtics that he's embracing the "dark side" of this ongoing rivalry. Doing so has come at a price.
Before Game 1 of the much anticipated Celtics-Nets playoff series, Kyrie Irving seemed like he wanted to burry the hatchet with Boston fans. He was hoping to wipe the slate clean after a rocky history with Celtics fans. So much for all of that.
This series is the Celtics' chance to exact some revenge and flip the script from last season, when Brooklyn sent them home and into an offseason of change. But that is just one of the enthralling storylines to follow over the next two weeks.
The history between the Boston Celtics and Kyrie Irving is extensive.
"It's like the scorned girlfriend who wants an explanation on why I left, but still hoping for a text back."
The Brooklyn Nets are not going to allow Kyrie Irving to be a part-time member of the team this season.
The Brooklyn Nets once hoped that Kyrie Irving would get vaccinated. The Brooklyn Nets, however, are losing hope.
While the All-Star Game meeting between Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant has garnered lots of attention in the years since it happened, a new book details the origins of the joining of superstars in Brooklyn.
Former Boston Cetlics forward Glen "Big Baby" Davis caught a lot of heat online for his celebration of Kyrie Irving's ankle injury on Sunday. A day later, Davis is doubling down.
Cole Buckley, the Celtics fan accused of throwing a water bottle at Kyrie Irving at the TD Garden Sunday night, was arraigned Wednesday.
Richard Jefferson saw what Kevin Garnett said about Kyrie Irving, and Jefferson didn't like it.
Former Celtics great and Celtics radio analyst Cedric Maxwell said there are no excuses for a fan who is accused of throwing an empty water bottle at Nets guard Kyrie Irving.
After stomping all over the Celtics in Brooklyn's Game 4 win in Boston on Sunday night, Nets star Kyrie Irving celebrated by stomping on the Celtics logo at midcourt after the game. That isn't sitting well with Kevin Garnett.
Players from both the Celtics and Nets condemned a fan who is now facing charges and a liftetime ban from TD Garden after throwing a water bottle at Nets guard Kyrie Irving.
Police have identified the fan who allegedly threw a plastic water bottle at Kyrie Irving as Braintree resident Cole Buckley.
The Celtics lost to the Nets Sunday night, and Kyrie Irving had a parting gesture for TD Garden before heading off the floor.
Professor Peter Gray believes increasing rates of teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked less to screens, and more to limitations on children's freedom.
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
E-bikes are taking over the city of Boston, but how do you know if it's for you? A Somerville man will let you ride an e-bike for a week for free.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Gov. Healey is knocking down a suggestion from her transportation secretary to consider tolls at the Massachusetts border.
E-bikes are taking over the city of Boston, but how do you know if it's for you? A Somerville man will let you ride an e-bike for a week for free.
Professor Peter Gray believes increasing rates of teen suicide, anxiety and depression are linked less to screens, and more to limitations on children's freedom.
Jury selection in the murder trial of Karen Read took place again Monday as the process nears completion.
Relatives were brought to their knees in the spot where Anthony Lopez was discovered Saturday night in Framingham's bustling Shoppers World plaza.
Members of Gen-Z believe they are aging faster than other generations, but is that true?
Scientists are making progress in using less toxic immunotherapy instead of traditional chemotherapy to fight cancer.
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
A new study finds that exercise may help reverse aging by reducing the buildup of fat.
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
A Townsend woman was scammed into believing a famous actor was in love with her. Then the case took on a potentially more sinister turn.
State contracts obtained by the I-Team show taxpayers are paying tens of millions of dollars to hotels for rooms and food.
A fourth-grade teacher at an elementary school in Cambridge is facing child rape charges.
William Foley Jr., a five-time drunk driver who lost his license after a fatal crash in 2001, is back behind bars after an I-Team investigation.
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit helps go after violent criminals, including some right here in Boston.
Massachusetts State Sen. Peter Durant weighed in on budget concerns in Massachusetts.
According to ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, Massachusetts had the fifth most incidents in the country last year, up a shocking 189 percent over 2022.
"It's the golden goose," said Rooney of Boston's commercial property taxes, which provides a large percentage of the city's annual revenue.
MBTA General Manager Phil Eng gets high marks for improving the T's management and culture, but there's a lot of red ink that needs to be dealt with, says WBZ-TV's Jon Keller.
As Beacon Hill struggles to deal with a surge of homeless migrants, Governor Maura Healey finds herself dealing with another surge -- of political outrage over reports of migrant crime.
April 20, 2024 is Record Store Day. See which record shops in Massachusetts are participating.
Boston Dynamics' latest robot is ready to "exceed human capabilities," the company says.
Rising costs are forcing small businesses located on Boston's Massachusetts Avenue to close.
Boston-based box wine brand Alileo teamed up with Caffe Nero to launch a coffee and wine experience in Massachusetts.
Today is Patriots' Day in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the celebrations and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Founded out of love, Rustic Marlin is a home décor and lifestyle brand with a unique origin story in Massachusetts.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Eliot Wolf is the Patriots' main decision-maker at the moment, but team president Jonathan Kraft is also reportedly "heavily involved" in the team's pre-draft process.
Want to know if it's going to be Swayman or Ullmark in net for the Bruins on Monday night? Jim Montgomery doesn't have an answer for you, but the B's head coach had plenty of jokes.
Less than a week after setting a new personal best at the 128th Boston Marathon, former Bruins captain Zdeno Chara dominated the London Marathon.
While there wasn't much drama for most of Celtics-Heat Game 1, things got pretty heated with just over a minute left when Jayson Tatum was hip-checked by Miami's Caleb Martin.
The 2024 cicada broods will not be emerging in Massachusetts - but the buzzing bugs are set to appear here in 2025.
A pair of vultures thought to be "actively dying" actually had too much to drink, wildlife rescuers in Connecticut say.
A fluffy pile of golden retrievers took over the Boston Common in memory of Spencer the marathon dog.
The thick fog made for an eerie sight as the Mayflower II crossed the Cape Cod Canal.
A piece of decades-old military equipment washed up on a Cape Cod beach last week.