76ers’ Matisse Thybulle to wear ‘Vote’ on the back of his jersey

76ers rookie Matisse Thybulle will encourage fans to vote as part of his social message during the NBA season restart this month.

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Philadelphia 76ers rookie Matisse Thybulle will encourage fans to vote as part of his social message during the NBA season restart at the Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, Florida.

The NBA and NBPA agreed in principle that the goal of the season restart would be to find tangible and sustainable ways to address racial inequality across the country. As a result, the league will allow players to inscribe a phrase or message on the back of their jerseys in place of their names to help raise awareness for a social cause or movement.

The details of some of the social justice messages began to emerge on Tuesday night as Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reported the causes that nine players will wear in the season restart. Among them, Thybulle will wear “Vote” on the back of his jersey beginning when the 76ers return on Aug. 1 to play the Indiana Pacers.

Thybulle has been among the dozens of players that have used his platform to raise awareness for social injustices and police brutality following the tragic death of George Floyd on May 25. Thybulle has taken part in marches in Philadelphia and has encouraged citizens to vote this year.

Of course, more players will wear a message or cause on their jerseys as the league looks to take charge and raise awareness for social injustices and police brutality around the world.

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