Bulls waive Jaden Ivey after anti-religion, LGBTQ rants
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- The Chicago Bulls have waived guard Jaden Ivey following his controversial social media comments criticizing the LGBTQ community and the Catholic Church, citing "conduct detrimental to the team."
- Ivey's remarks, including calling Pride Month "unrighteousness" and labeling Catholicism a "false religion," sparked significant backlash, especially given his mother's role as head women's basketball coach at Notre Dame.
- Concerns about Ivey's mental health have surfaced amid his recent social media activity and past discussions about battling depression.
- Ivey joined the Bulls in February through a trade and struggled to perform, playing only four games before being shut down for the season due to injuries.
- The NBA has not issued any public statement regarding the situation.
