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Kyrie Irving's 'PRESS' Shirt Sparks Debate on Press Freedom

2/17/2026

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Kyrie Irving wore a shirt reading 'PRESS' at the NBA All-Star Game on February 16, 2026, with its tag stating it was 'Dedicated to our beloved journalists in Gaza showing the world the truth'.
Nearly 300 media workers have been killed since October 2023, highlighting the dangers journalists face in conflict zones.
The gesture drew mixed reactions on social media, but many praised Irving for raising awareness of press freedom.

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Kyrie Irving wore a shirt reading 'PRESS' at the NBA All-Star Game on February 16, 2026, with its tag stating it was 'Dedicated to our beloved journalists in Gaza showing the world the truth'.
Nearly 300 media workers have been killed since October 2023, highlighting the dangers journalists face in conflict zones.
The gesture drew mixed reactions on social media, but many praised Irving for raising awareness of press freedom.