Philadelphia 76ers Apologize to Sevyn Streeter for Blocking Her from Performing
Sevyn Streeter took to social media to tell the world the Philadelphia 76ers barred her from performing the "National Anthem" because she was wearing a jersey with the words "We Matter" on it.
Today the NBA organization issued an apology to the singer.
"We are sorry that this happened. After receiving feedback from our players, basketball operations staff and ownership group, we believe that the wrong decision was made, and Sevyn should have been welcomed to sing," the statement reads.
The #Sixers have released the following statement of apology to @sevyn following National Anthem decision. pic.twitter.com/kcGwhpkutb— Michael Preston (@preston76) October 28, 2016
"We apologize to her, and in an effort to move the conversation forward, we have reached out to offer her an opportunity to return and perform at a game of her choice. We are waiting to hear back."
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