NBA Pulls 2017 All-Star Game from Charlotte: Latest Comments, Reaction

In reaction to the state’s anti-LGBT legislation, the NBA has pulled the 2017 All-Star Game from Charlotte, North Carolina, per a statement from the league (via Jeff Zillgitt of USA Today): 

Here is the NBA statement on moving the All-Star Game from Charlotte: pic.twitter.com/90ea6i1lpy

— Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt) July 21, 2016

The Vertical’s Adrian Wojnarowski first reported the move.

The Hornets released a statement on the decision: 

“We understand the NBA’s decision and the challenges around holding the NBA All-Star Game in Charlotte this season. There was an exhaustive effort from all parties to keep the event in Charlotte, and we are disappointed we were unable to do so. With that said, we are pleased that the NBA opened the door for Charlotte to host All-Star Weekend again as soon as an opportunity was available in 2019. We want to thank the City of Charlotte and the business community for their backing throughout this entire process, starting with the initial bid. We are confident that they will be just as supportive and enthusiastic for the 2019 NBA All-Star Game.”

The Human Rights Coalition, a GLBT rights group, also released a statement on the move, per Dominic Holden of Buzzfeed:

Here’s @HRC statement applauding the NBA decision to move All-Stare Game out of North Caroline over anti-LGBT law: pic.twitter.com/1bLpJnoemq

— Dominic Holden (@dominicholden) July 21, 2016

Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadive came out in support of the decision in a statement:

“The NBA has long stood for inclusion and respect, and the Sacramento Kings are proud to be a part of …

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