Kyrie Irving is an outstanding basketball player who has not shied away from the spotlight that has been placed on him in Boston. He is also an, um, interesting dude who does not mind sharing his takes that tend to go against conventional wisdom. For proof of this, look at literally everything that Irving has said about the shape of the planet.
Irving’s general approach to life makes it seem like he tries to operate on a different plane from the rest of us. It’s kind of silly, but it also feels 100 percent authentic — Irving is himself at all times, even if it can be a little over the top at times.
An example of this came when Irving was asked about his relationship with fans at a Thanksgiving meal for families from Boston Centers for Youth & Families. As Nicole Yang of Boston.com wrote, Irving talked about his awareness of how fans exist “on a spiritual level.”
The point guard spoke effusively about his daily approach and told the 75 attendees that he is aware of their existences on a spiritual level.
“I see you,” Irving said. “I see everyone. More than just your physical presence, I see your energy. I feel it. I know it.”
Irving also discussed his eagerness to connect with fans by doing things like giving them his sneakers and uniform after games.
“It’s not about the shoes, it’s not about the jerseys, it’s about seeing that energy and that moment and time and capturing it with individuals,” the guard explained. “And that lasts a lifetime. They can have the shoes, they can have the jersey, they can have everything I’m wearing. I don’t care about any of that. I just want them to know someone out there in ‘my position,’ as they like to say, I’m just another human being that cares. That’s it.”
It’s always cool to see that any celebrity — an athlete, an actor/actress, a musician, whomever — really appreciates their fans. Irving is no different, even if his way of expressing his love for his fans is a bit unconventional.
(Via Boston.com)
