Roy Hibbert Apologizes For Using Gay Slur

[RealGM Wiretap]

After responding to a question about his defense by saying "no homo," Roy Hibbert apologized on Sunday for using the gay slur.

"I am apologizing for insensitive remarks made during the postgame press conference after our victory over Miami Saturday night," Hibbert said in a statement. "They were disrespectful and offensive and not a reflection of my personal views. I used a slang term that is not appropriate in any setting, private or public, and the language I used definitely has no place in a public forum, especially over live television. I apologize to those who I have offended, to our fans and to the Pacers’ organization. I sincerely have deep regret over my choice of words last night."

Hibbert had a dominant effort in the Indiana Pacers' Game 6 win over the Heat, dropping 24 points and 11 rebounds.

He also had a rant about reporters who failed to vote him as the Defensive Player of the Year.

Via RealGM Staff Report

[Knox]

This is a damn joke ... he attacked the media's credibility (reporters) now they are blowing things out of proportion to make him look bad. Vindictive pricks..... Gained a lot of respect for Roy

[Brovva Blaqq]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

[Clyde Frazier]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

[GeneralNbaFan]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

and? This whole situation is a f*cking joke!
Man this gay-community has so much power, you have to kiss their asses otherwise you will get fined!

[junot111]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

yes but that still doesn't make it a "gay slur". Same meaning as "pause". He shouldn't be crucified for that remark. Directly calling the media **** on the other hand was a lot more inappropriate in my opinion

[makio9]

Roy Hibberts a bit weird

[Brovva Blaqq]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

I saw it. Several times. The part where he called the media people motherf*ckers was best.

Americans are so sensitive when it comes to "inappropriate" language its beyond ridiculous. On our national TV an analyst called a bunch of kids that were throwing paper planes, "whores kids" and nothing happened. He was ridiculed in a bunch of comedy shows, was asked in an interview about it, explained why he did - end of the story.

Don't make a mountain out of a molehill.

btw. What happened with the Birdman incident, he shoved a referee - no fine or sthg?

[Joel Embust]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

I saw it. Several times. The part where he called the media people motherf*ckers was best.

Americans are so sensitive when it comes to "inappropriate" language its beyond ridiculous. On our national TV an analyst called a bunch of kids that were throwing paper planes, "whores kids" and nothing happened. He was ridiculed in a bunch of comedy shows, was asked in an interview about it, explained why he did - end of the story.

Don't make a mountain out of a molehill.

btw. What happened with the Birdman incident, he shoved a referee - no fine or sthg?

Love your post bro. No homo!

[15th overall]

How is homo a slur for homosexual? It's called an abbreviation and the phrase is just him recognizing that he could be taken out of context so he's beating you to the punch.

Hibbert's an idiot for saying this during a news conference and for that he should be criticized. But anyone pretending this is actually offensive or real news in ANY way needs to STFU.

[mj234eva]

Since when is "no homo" a gay slur?

American media is a bunch of crybabies and p*ssies. Forreal!

You didn't actually see the video, did you? "No homo" isn't really a gay slur, but he said it in a "that's what she said" context which was completely unnecessary and immature. It was bizarre.

And how much would the fine have been if he had said "that's what she said?"

[DukeH]

Aint nothing to apologize for.