The NBA’s two active Ukrainian players — Raptors’ wing Svi Mykhailiuk and Kings center Alex Len — released a joint statement Thursday condemning Russia’s invasion of their home country.
“A great tragedy befell our dear homeland Ukraine,” Len, 28, and Mykhailiuk, 24, said in a joint statement shared to their separate Twitter accounts.
“We categorically condemn the war. Ukraine is a peaceful, sovereign state inhabited by people who want to decide their own destiny. We pray for our families, friends, relatives and all the people who are in the territory of Ukraine. We hope for an end to this terrible war as soon as possible.
“Dear fellow Ukrainians, Hold on! Our strength is in unity! We are with you!”
Before the Kings lost to the Nuggets at home on Thursday, both teams held a moment of silence and linked arms in solidarity with Len and his native Ukraine.
Alex Len of Ukraine is joined by his Kings teammates and the…
