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Doc Rivers calls ICE shooting in Minneapolis ‘straight-up murder’
- Doc Rivers called the Minneapolis shooting ‘straight-up murder’ and criticized ICE actions in the United States.
- Steve Kerr joined Rivers in criticizing federal officials and called the response ‘shameful.’
- Rivers linked ICE operations to broader concerns about race in the United States while addressing politics with athletes.
- Rivers emphasized that race issues are a societal problem beyond political divisions.
- The incident involved Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident, killed during an ICE operation.
- Timberwolves held a moment of silence for Good ahead of a home game against the Cavaliers.
- Kerr commented on the government’s handling of the incident and expressed sympathy for Good’s family.
- The report notes ongoing debates over immigration enforcement and race in the United States.
- Rivers called for athletes to keep speaking up about issues they care about.
- Both coaches condemned violence and urged accountability over policies and actions in the wake of the shooting.
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