was exactly what many people felt. It was inappropriate.

Our fans are sophisticated enough to know that the overwhelming majority of players are excellent people both on and off the field.

No one can deny that just the name Vegas implies sports betting.

We are aware that gambling exists, and we do everything to distance ourselves from it.

We appreciate the offer, but Los Angeles is not under consideration.

[League spokesman Brian McCarthy, meanwhile, told the Los Angeles Times that West] expressed an unscripted opinion. ... for their entertainment value, not their political views.