Bulls Waive Jaden Ivey following controversial comments

The Chicago Bulls have waived Jaden Ivey after a series of comments made by the guard on social media drew widespread attention.

In a brief announcement, the team said:

“The Chicago Bulls announced today that the team has waived guard Jaden Ivey due to conduct detrimental to the team.”

The decision comes after Ivey made a number of public statements during livestreams, including his views on Pride Month:

“They proclaim Pride Month… to celebrate unrighteousness.”

He also addressed the reaction to his comments, saying:

“How is it that one can’t speak righteousness?”

Those remarks quickly circulated online and became a major talking point.

Following his release, Ivey responded directly, rejecting the way the situation was handled:

“They’re liars… this is lying.”

“All I’m preaching about is Jesus Christ and they waived me.”

He also added:

“[Championships] are not gonna matter on judgment day.”

The Bulls have not issued any further explanation beyond their initial statement.