Rockets general manager Morey tweeted "Fight for freedom, stay with Hong Kong", triggering anger among Chinese fans. He subsequently deleted the contents of Witt's account. Later, the Rockets owner said that the Rockets are not a political organization and they still have the best general manager in the league.

Subsequently, PP Sports, which is affiliated with Suning, first issued a statement, criticizing Morey's words and deeds of the Rockets. The official basketball forum Hupu also stated that news about Rockets general manager Morey will not appear in the official coverage of Hupu. The People's Daily published three commentaries in a row, pointing out Morey's two-faced style of challenging the Chinese people's bottom line while enjoying the dividends of the Chinese market.

The Chinese Basketball Association officially announced on October 6 that Morey, general manager of the Houston Rockets Club, publicly made inappropriate remarks related to Hong Kong. The Chinese Basketball Association expressed strong opposition to this and will suspend exchanges and cooperation with the club. .

Subsequently, many Chinese sponsors also stated that they would stop cooperation with the Rockets. The Shanghai Pudong Development Bank Credit Card Center issued a statement stating that the Shanghai Pudong Development Bank Credit Card Center has suspended relevant marketing activities and publicity and continues to urge the Houston Rockets The team will conduct a thorough investigation into the matter and provide a reasonable response.

Li Ning Company also issued an announcement stating that we are extremely indignant and strongly condemn the erroneous remarks made by Houston Rockets general manager Morey on his personal platform. Li Ning Company firmly opposes and resists any behavior that harms national interests. We have terminated relevant cooperation with the Houston Rockets and will continue to urge the Rockets to provide clear answers to such incidents.

As the NBA’s exclusive broadcast partner in China, Tencent Sports also issued an advertising statement that Tencent Sports will suspend Rockets game live broadcasts and information reports.

Changhong Meiling also announced that it would cease all cooperation with the NBA Arrows.

ZTE also announced that it would stop cooperating with the Rockets. Seven Chinese sponsors have canceled cooperation with the Rockets. National sovereignty cannot be challenged. On this issue, China will not give in. No matter how big the price is and how high the losses are, I will not beg China unless they change their attitude and apologize to China.