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NBA star Kyle Kuzma blasts Mamdani for 'cosplaying' as president after Netanyahu arrest fail
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- NBA player Kyle Kuzma criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for "cosplaying" as president after Mamdani's empty threat to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his UN visit.
- Kuzma accused Mamdani of prioritizing social media content over effective leadership, stating that many are more focused on appearances than actual accomplishments.
- Mamdani called Netanyahu a "war criminal" and expressed support for his arrest based on the International Criminal Court's warrant, but acknowledged he lacks the legal authority to detain the Israeli leader in New York.
- Kuzma, though not Jewish, has previously spoken against antisemitism and defended his criticism of Mamdani, rejecting accusations of Zionism while showing support for Israel and Israeli individuals.
- The incident highlights contrasting views within the NBA community, with Kuzma opposing Mamdani's stance while other players like Kyrie Irving and Victor Wembanyama showed support for the mayor's video.
