Cavs' Larry Nance Jr. Wears 'All My Homies Hate ICE' Shirt

Nance's bold statement comes amid protests over recent ICE killings in Minneapolis

Jan. 27, 2026 at 12:39pm

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Cleveland Cavaliers player Larry Nance Jr. went viral for wearing a shirt criticizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) before a game against the Orlando Magic. Nance's shirt, which read 'all my homies hate ICE', was a clear rebuke of the agency following the recent killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by ICE in Minneapolis. Nance's gesture was part of a broader response from NBA players and coaches who have spoken out against the violence in Minneapolis.

Why it matters

Nance's shirt was a high-profile statement against ICE, an agency that has faced growing criticism and protests over its aggressive enforcement tactics. The killings in Minneapolis have sparked outrage and renewed calls for reform, with NBA figures using their platforms to address the issue.

The details

Nance wore the shirt before the Cavaliers' game against the Orlando Magic on Monday. His gesture went viral on the social media platform Blue Sky, with fans praising Nance's activism. Nance played six minutes as the Cavaliers defeated the Magic 114-98.

  • On January 27, 2026, Larry Nance Jr. wore the 'all my homies hate ICE' shirt before the Cavaliers game.

The players

Larry Nance Jr.

A player for the Cleveland Cavaliers who made a bold statement by wearing a shirt criticizing ICE.

Donovan Mitchell

Nance's teammate on the Cavaliers who has also spoken out about the situation in Minneapolis.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors who called out ICE following the killings in Minneapolis.

Steph Curry

The Golden State Warriors star who supported the protests in Minneapolis.

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What they’re saying

“my man.”

— @dantehicks37 (Blue Sky)

What’s next

The NBA Players' Association has released an official statement saying that players 'can no longer remain silent' on the situation in Minneapolis, indicating that more player activism and statements are likely to come.

The takeaway

Nance's shirt was a powerful statement against ICE, an agency that has faced growing criticism and protests. His gesture was part of a broader response from NBA players and coaches who have used their platforms to speak out against the violence in Minneapolis, showing the league's continued willingness to address important social and political issues.