Kyrie Irving: NBA hero’s suspension marks spectacular fall from grace

Kyrie Irving's suspension is new low for one of the most talented players of his generation, a fast-falling star now likely to be remembered as a purveyor of offensive misinformation

The apology materialized close to midnight but by then it was too late. Kyrie Irving had been suspended by his NBA team after a week of widespread consternation but no contrition following his Twitter post amplifying an antisemitic film.

The Brooklyn Nets excluded the point guard for at least five games on Thursday and said he is currently unfit to be associated" with the franchise. It is a new low for one of the most talented players of his generation, a fast-falling star now likely to be remembered more as a purveyor of offensive online misinformation than for his on-court brilliance.