Braiden Bell Lawyers up, Asks Trail Blazers for Another Shot
Bell says his teenage posts should not outweigh his adult record promoting diversity and inclusion, as the team stands by revoking his offer.
- Sports broadcaster Braiden Bell is asking the Portland Trail Blazers to reconsider his firing after journalists unearthed teenage social media posts containing racist and misogynistic messages; Bell has retained counsel to advocate for his reinstatement.
- TEGNA-Owned KGW-TV reporters Devon Haskins and John Tierney disclosed the posts late last week, prompting the team to revoke their job offer before Bell's employment began.
- In a Monday press release, Bell renewed his apology, noting his adult career focused on supporting diversity and female athletes. He has "owned" the teenage posts without excuses, his attorney said.
- The Trail Blazers confirmed Monday they "stand by our statement" and will not rehire Bell, while TEGNA is conducting an internal review of the initial reporting.
- Attorney Arnie Herz, representing Bell, questioned whether any organization could meet a standard where teenage words forever define a career, sparking debate over whether past errors should outweigh professional achievement.
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