Knicks’ Kanter to Miss London Game, Says He Fears for His Life

Knicks’ Kanter to Miss London Game, Says He Fears for His Life
New York Knicks center Enes Kanter warms up prior to the game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on Dec. 29, 2018. Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters
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New York Knicks center Enes Kanter said he will not go to London for a game with his NBA team because he fears he could be assassinated for criticizing Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan.

Kanter, who is Turkish, expressed his fear after the Knicks victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, Jan. 4. A video of his remarks was posted on Twitter.