NBA Commissioner Says League Won't Apologize For GM's Tweet

The NBA faced controversy after Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey tweeted support for Hong Kong protests, leading to backlash in China. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver defended Morey's right to free speech but acknowledged the consequences. The China Basketball Association suspended cooperation with the Rockets, and China Central Television criticized the NBA's stance. Silver aims to resolve tensions while upholding NBA values.

What was the NBA's response to Daryl Morey's tweet about Hong Kong?

• They ignored the tweet completely.

• They suspended Morey from his position.

• They supported Morey's right to free speech.

• They apologized on behalf of Morey.

How did the China Basketball Association react to Morey's tweet?

• They supported Morey's statement.

• They increased their cooperation with the Rockets.

• They issued a public apology.

• They suspended all cooperation with the Rockets.

What did Morey do in response to the backlash from his tweet?

• He resigned from his position.

• He apologized for offending anyone.

• He doubled down on his statement.

• He deleted his Twitter account.

What is Adam Silver's stance on freedom of expression within the NBA?

• He is indifferent to it.

• He supports it as a core value.

• He believes it should be limited.

• He thinks it should be avoided.

What was China Central Television's reaction to Adam Silver's support for Morey?

• They agreed with Silver's stance.

• They praised Silver's leadership.

• They were strongly dissatisfied and opposed it.

• They remained neutral.