Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving was not able to enter the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and missed the team’s media day amid the citywide mandate that forces anyone entering a sports venue to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Irving, who appeared in a Zoom call on Monday, requested privacy when asked about his COVID-19 vaccination status. His other teammates appeared in person in the Barclays Center. “I appreciate your question, bro,” Irving said in response to a question about the vaccine. “Honestly, I like to keep that stuff private, man.” He said he would “handle it the right way with my team and go forward together with a plan. So, you know, obviously, I’m not able to be present there today. But that doesn’t mean that I’m putting any limits on the future of me being able to join the team.” When a reporter pressed further, Irving said, “Please respect …
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