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NBA statement on Tyre Nichols

The NBA family remains committed to partnering with advocates, policymakers and law enforcement to work toward solutions.

The Grizzlies and Timberwolves honor the memory of Tyre Nichols with a moment of silence before Friday's game.

NEW YORK — The images of Tyre Nichols’ life needlessly cut short are horrifying. While there have been steps toward accountability in this instance, the NBA family remains committed to partnering with advocates, policymakers and law enforcement to work toward solutions to the issues we continue to face. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr. Nichols, the entire Memphis community and those who are affected by these tragic images and loss.

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