Kyle Singler draws concern from basketball world over IG post – NBC10 Philadelphia

Former Duke star Kyle Singler’s cryptic Instagram submit saying he fears for his life has drawn an outpouring of concern and assist from former teammates and others.

Singler, 36, spoke slowly and was shirtless within the brief video, which was posted Tuesday morning.

“I’ve been mistreated and abused, uncared for, made right into a psychological instance,” Singler mentioned. “And I concern for my life each day. And other people in my neighborhood make me look out as if I’m going to be somebody that’s going to be an issue and make issues troublesome for individuals once I’m solely making an attempt to be useful.

“I really feel like I’ve a sure manner about myself and power and goal that doesn’t get valued or get handled correctly.”

The video lower off abruptly after about 90 seconds. It was shared greater than 1,200 instances within the 12 hours after it was posted.

A number of NBA gamers responded. Kevin Love wrote, “I like you Kyle. Hit me at any time when. Please.” Isaiah Thomas mentioned: “Right here for you bro! All the time and ceaselessly.” Andre Drummond added, “You aren’t alone brother! I’m right here for you.”

Lots of those that responded included Duke males’s basketball and the NBA of their feedback, hoping to get their consideration.

Singler was on Duke’s 2010 nationwide championship group and was named Most Excellent Participant of the NCAA Event.

He posted one other video on Tuesday afternoon. He was extra secure whereas repeating grievances from the primary submit.

Singler was the thirty third general choose within the 2011 draft and began his profession abroad earlier than enjoying within the NBA. He performed three seasons for the Detroit Pistons, who drafted him, and was on the All-Rookie second group in 2013. He performed elements of 4 seasons for the Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder.

Duke basketball, the Thunder and the Nationwide Basketball Gamers Affiliation didn’t instantly reply to messages from The Related Press.

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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story consists of dialogue of suicide. When you or somebody you already know wants assist, the nationwide suicide and disaster lifeline within the U.S. is out there by calling or texting 988. There may be additionally an internet chat at 988lifeline.org.