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NBA players and coaches speak about Donald Trump and protests at media day

By Nam Tran

INDEPENDENCE, OH - SEPTEMBER 25: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks to the media during Media Day at Cleveland Clinic Courts on September 25, 2017 in Independence, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
INDEPENDENCE, OH - SEPTEMBER 25: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers talks to the media during Media Day at Cleveland Clinic Courts on September 25, 2017 in Independence, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) /
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During Media Day, many players and coaches from around the league took the opportunity to share their thoughts on the recent protests in the NFL and the president, Donald Trump.

Over the weekend, NFL players, coaches, and owners decided to protest the injustices in America during the national anthem. President Donald Trump was not happy with these demonstrations and took to Twitter (as he usually does when something bothers him) to share his thoughts. He also dedicated some of his tweeting time to rescind Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ invitation to the White House because Curry stated earlier that week that he didn’t want to go.

As a result, the NBA blew up Twitter with support for the protests and Curry. And today, the support from players and coaches continued at NBA Media Day. Here is a highlight of what was said.

Pistons owner Tom Gores supports his players’ right to raise awareness.

Aside from talking about his new roster, Celtics coach Brad Stevens also said that he would support his players’ decision to protest during the national anthem.

Celtics GM, Danny Ainge, is all for “unified gestures.” However, there may be “potential consequences.”

LeBron James had a lot to say about Trump, sports and diversity.

Dallas Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle thinks Media Day should be about basketball, however, he said that he will support his players.

Dirk Nowitzki also chimed in.

The Washington Wizards John Wall and Bradley Beal also gave their thoughts on the demonstrations and the president.

New Orleans Pelicans head coach Alvin Gentry wants to do something positive for the community.

And Pelicans star DeMarcus Cousins weighed in as well.

Toronto Raptors GM Masai Ujiri spoke about championship visits.

Gregg Popovich had a lot to say about the state of America, Trump and players standing up against injustices.

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From all that was said, it would seem that the players and coaches are unanimously for protesting the injustices in America.

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