Though he has become thoughtful and open for most of his NBA career surrounding his journey as a South Sudanese refugee, Lakers forward Luol Deng initially stayed silent on U.S. President Donald Trump issuing a temporary ban on non-American citizens from seven Muslim-majority countries. But after further studying the issue, Deng critiqued the new policy.
“It’s important that we remember to humanize the experience of others,” Deng said in a Twitter post on Monday. “Refugees overcome the immeasurable odds, relocate across the globe, and work hard to make the best of their newfound home. Refugees are productive members of society that want for their family just as you want for yours.