NBA Player Kyrie Irving Boldly Says “F— Thanksgiving”…Sparks Outrage
The Celtics’ Kyrie Irving has a few choice words for the feastful holiday, given its dark origin in history. The player actually has Native American blood in his veins. As you know, Kyrie isn’t one to really hold his tongue about things close to heart. Thanksgiving is no different. Even though the majority of America is getting its “greens, beans, potatoes, tomatoes” on — giving thanks for what they have — Native Americans aren’t feeling the season at all, and for good reason…due to its origin.
Since Kyrie is a direct descendant from his grandmother’s bloodline, it’s not a holiday he celebrates. According to Mass Live, in a recent post-game interview after battling the New York Knicks, Kyrie Irving shared his thoughts about Thanksgiving and his roots.
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