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Bulls Reportedly Working on Exit Strategy for Jaden Ivey
League source says team looking to part ways with player after controversial social media comments.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:08pm
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The Bulls' decision to part ways with Ivey reflects the league's struggle to reconcile players' personal beliefs with its commitment to diversity and inclusion.San Antonio TodayThe Chicago Bulls are reportedly working with the NBA on an exit strategy for player Jaden Ivey, who they acquired in a trade from the Detroit Pistons earlier this season. Ivey has recently made controversial social media comments condemning the LGBTQ community, which the team believes is the 'final straw' after a series of concerning incidents involving the player's religious beliefs.
Why it matters
The Bulls' decision to part ways with Ivey highlights the challenges teams face in managing players' off-court behavior and public statements, especially when they conflict with the league's values around diversity and inclusion. This situation could set a precedent for how the NBA handles players who make divisive comments about marginalized groups.
The details
Ivey, the former 5th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, has been with the Bulls since being acquired in a trade with the Detroit Pistons involving Kevin Huerter. In recent weeks, Ivey has taken to social media to preach about his religious beliefs, at times condemning those he feels are not 'saved.' However, his latest comments attacking the LGBTQ community, including calling Pride Month 'unrighteousness,' were reportedly the final straw for the organization.
- Ivey was acquired by the Bulls at the NBA trade deadline in February 2026.
- Over the last few weeks, Ivey has been posting controversial religious comments on social media.
- On Monday, Ivey made remarks condemning the LGBTQ community and Pride Month.
The players
Jaden Ivey
A 24-year-old basketball player who was the 5th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. He was recently traded from the Detroit Pistons to the Chicago Bulls.
Chicago Bulls
The professional basketball team based in Chicago, Illinois that competes in the NBA.
What they’re saying
“The world proclaims LGBTQ, right? They proclaim Pride Month and the NBA does too. They show it to the world. They say, 'Come join us for Pride Month to celebrate unrighteousness.'”
— Jaden Ivey
What’s next
The Bulls are expected to work with the NBA to determine the best way to part ways with Ivey following his controversial social media comments.
The takeaway
This situation highlights the challenges professional sports teams face in balancing players' personal beliefs and the league's commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Bulls' decision to part ways with Ivey could set a precedent for how the NBA handles players who make divisive public statements that go against the league's values.
