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Bulls Waive Jaden Ivey After Controversial Anti-Gay Posts

4/18/2026

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On April 18, 2026, the Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey for conduct detrimental to the team.
The move followed Ivey's social media posts expressing anti-gay sentiments and criticizing Pride Month promotions by the NBA.
Ivey was acquired from the Detroit Pistons and played only four games for the Bulls due to injuries.
Ivey will enter free agency this offseason after failing to secure a contract extension with Detroit.

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On April 18, 2026, the Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey for conduct detrimental to the team.
The move followed Ivey's social media posts expressing anti-gay sentiments and criticizing Pride Month promotions by the NBA.
Ivey was acquired from the Detroit Pistons and played only four games for the Bulls due to injuries.
Ivey will enter free agency this offseason after failing to secure a contract extension with Detroit.