Kyrie Irving said he offered to pay Azeez Al-Shaair’s fine after Al-Shaair wore the name Hind Rajab on his eye black during the Texans’ season opener.
Al-Shaair was fined for the display, prompting Irving to publicly back him and offer to cover the cost.
Irving explained his stance by saying, “You have to stand up,” framing the offer as a show of support for Al-Shaair’s decision.