‘Tongue-tied’ NBA star JJ Redick in racial slur storm

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‘Tongue-tied’ NBA star JJ Redick in racial slur storm

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Redick of Philadelphia 76ers responds to the controversy on Twitter, blaming a verbal slip for his use of the word

LOS ANGELES, USA – Philadelphia 76ers star J.J. Redick defended himself on Sunday, February 20, after the emergence of a video in which he appeared to use a racial slur to address NBA fans in China.

In an online video compilation of NBA players sending seasonal greetings to fans celebrating Chinese New Year, Redick appears to refer to “chink” fans.

“I just want to wish all of the NBA chink fans in China, a very happy Chinese New Year,” the 33-year-old says.

Redick responded to the controversy on Twitter early Sunday, blaming a verbal slip for his use of the word.


“Just saw a video that is being circulated of me wishing a happy new year to NBA fans in China,” Redick wrote.

“Clearly I was tongue-tied, as the word I purportedly said is not in my vocabulary. I’m disappointed that anyone would think I would use that word.

“I love and respect our friends in China.”

Here are some online reactions to Reddick’s slip.

 

 


 

 

 

 

Redick joined the 76ers this season, the latest stop on a career that has included previous spells with the Orlando Magic, Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Clippers. – Rappler.com

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