Can I be opposed to American involvement in this conflict without being a Putin sycophant?
“Can I be opposed to American involvement in this conflict without being a Putin sycophant?”
Not if you laud Russia and its actions.
Can I be opposed to American involvement in this conflict without being a Putin sycophant?
Sure. I don't think the US should send troops either. That said, Putin has supported BLM with the goal of weakening America. So if this war blows up in his face I can't say I'm going to be terribly upset.
“Can I be opposed to American involvement in this conflict without being a Putin sycophant?”
Yes.