'I know the consequences here and if it means that I'm judged and demonized for that, that's just what it is,' Irving said on Instagram Live.
"And I don't want to sit here and play on people's emotions, either. Just use logic. You know, what would you do? You know, if you felt uncomfortable going into the season, when you were promised that you would have exemptions or that you didn't have to be forced to get the vaccine.
"You know, this wasn't an issue before the season started. This wasn't something that I foresaw coming in where I prepared for it and I had a chance to strategize on what was going to be best for me and my family. I came into the season thinking that I was just gonna be able to play ball, you know, be able to use my talent to continue to inspire, influence people in the right way.
Irving also said he was aware of the financial ramifications of his decision to not get vaccinated. According to ESPN, he stands to lose over $17 million.💰2 preseason games: $762K— Bobby Marks "So what? It's not about the money, baby," Irving said."It's not always about the money. It's about choosing what's best for you.
"You think I want to give up my livelihood because of a mandate, because I don't have accommodations, because I am unvaccinated? Come on.""Once again, I'm going to repeat this," he said."This is not about the Nets, this is not about the organization, it's not about theIrving hasn't spoken publicly since September 27 when he spoke to reporters via Zoom because he wasn't able to join his teammates for media day due to New York City's mandate.
Kyrie Irving of the Brooklyn Nets cheers from the bench during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on October 3, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
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