MLS, WNBA, MLB players follow NBA in boycotting games over Jacob Blake shooting

The statement read: “The past four months have shed a light on the ongoing racial injustices facing our African-American communities.  

“Citizens around the country have used their voices and platforms to speak out against these wrongdoings. 

“Over the last few days in our home state of Wisconsin, we’ve seen the horrendous video of Jacob Blake being shot in the back seven times by a police officer in Kenosha, and the additional shooting of protestors. 

“Despite the overwhelming plea for change, there has been no action, so our focus today cannot be on basketball. 

“When we take the court and represent Milwaukee and Wisconsin, we are expected to play at a high level, give maximum effort and hold each other accountable.  

“We hold ourselves to that standard, and in this moment, we are demanding the same from our lawmakers and law enforcement.” 

source: express.co.uk