NBA Players Association Releases Statement in Response to Fatal Shootings in Minneapolis

The NBPA released a statement following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis on Saturday.

Pretti was the second U.S. citizen to be killed by federal agents in Minneapolis this month. On Jan. 10, Renee Good was shot and killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross.

The NBA postponed the matchup against the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday in the aftermath of Pretti's killing.

"The decision was made to prioritize the safety and security of the Minneapolis community," the league said in a statement.

A number of NBA coaches also commented on the killing:

The Timberwolves, NFL's Minnesota Vikings, NHL's Minnesota Wild, WNBA's Minnesota Lynx and MLS' Minnesota United FC also joined a number of Minnesota-based companies in writing an open letter calling for "an immediate deescalation of tensions and for state, local and federal officials to work together to find real solutions."

"In this difficult moment for our community, we call for peace and focused cooperation among local, state and federal leaders to achieve a swift and durable solution that enables families, businesses, our employees, and communities across Minnesota to resume our work to build a bright and prosperous future," the letter added.