On Tuesday, both the Celtics and Patriots released statements following the conviction of Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd.
“Today’s verdict is one step toward accountability and justice,” the Patriots wrote on Tuesday evening. “We recognize that there is still a lot of work to be done and we are committed to being part of that progress.”
The Celtics struck a similar tone.
“We are grateful for the verdict in the George Floyd murder case, however, we know that today’s justice served is not to be taken for granted, and the Celtics remain steadfast in our commitment to advocating for racial equity and social justice,” the team wrote.