Kyrie Irving

Kyrie Irving Left Lebron James Off His All-time Nba All-star Team

... on the Cavs in 2014. Irving's slight most likely isn't the sign of a growing rift (though we'll see what James says about it when he arrives in New Orleans Saturday ). For instance, in 2015 when Kevin Love picked old college teammate Russell Westbrook over James for league MVP, there was already perceived tension between Love and James. Earlier during his press conference Friday, Irving said James is "awesome.". "You learn so much, just how to be a consummate professional," Irving said. "How to really be engaged every single day.". Meanwhile, Irving made another All-Star's list. Bulls forward Jimmy Butler said if there was one player not already on his team he'd like to play with, he named Irving. The two were teammates for Team USA at the Olympics last summer. "I like his game," Butler said. "But more than anything I know (Cavs assistant coach) Phil Handy and that's who trains (Kyrie). I know how hard he works and I think someone like that ...

A Full-length 'uncle Drew' Movie Is In The Works Starring Cavs' Kyrie Irving

... said has still taken the time to give his input on where he would like the character to go. I liked the original commercial as much as anybody. in 2012. Irving looked like a realistic old guy, and even though this seemed like a Johnny Knoxville rip-off, it worked. The reactions of the other streetball players seemed genuine, and it allowed the Cavs star to come off as "funny" without telling any real jokes. My one gripe about it: It was too long. This could been a tight, three-minute video. Five minutes seemed a bit much. At no point did I think I wanted a 90-minute version, especially after Pepsi released several sequels to the first viral hit. I wonder if anybody really wanted a 90-minute version. Anyway, this movie is being written, and Irving is apparently excited to star in it. For his sake, I hope it turns out ...

Kyrie Irving Emerging As Star On And Off The Court

... the Olympic roster, Team USA is shaping up to dominate once again. USA TODAY Sports. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving is trying to win Olympic gold in the same year he won an NBA title. (Photo: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports). 585 CONNECT TWEET LINKEDIN COMMENTEMAILMORE. LAS VEGAS — Kyrie Irving sat on a couch in a suite in the Wynn hotel and casino surrounded by executives and an advertising team from Nike. The topic: the Kyrie 3, his signature basketball shoe set for release later this year. Irving had a prominent voice in all aspects of the shoe, from its design and features to the box the shoes will come in to the marketing and promotion. “In all the meetings and whether it be apparel, whether it be sneakers, whether it be commercials, whether it be anything, I’m in there,” Irving said. “I’m doing the dirty work.”. That played out during a week in Las Vegas in which Irving shot two commercials (one for Foot Locker and one for the NBA 2 K video game), did a photo shoot (for ...

Never Count Out Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving

... provides. With Irving, it's as former baseball pitcher and philosopher Joaquin Andujar said: "There's one word in America that says it all, and that word is, 'You never know.'. Just because Irving starts cold does not mean he will stay that way. Slow starts. It's the slump-busting tendency that keeps fans watching. When Cavs assistant coach Damon Jones played, after sinking a 3-pointer he often pretended to turn on a faucet and let the torrent flow. Cold spells by Irving could end with the Cavs' point guard prancing down the court as the shots fall, twirling a make-believe umbrella, while "Singin' in the Rain.". In 2015, Irving, playing without Le Bron James to assist him, started 0-for-7 at The Q against Portland. Then he hit a 3-pointer near the end of the quarter and went on to score 55 points in a 99-94 Cavs' victory. With most players, starting 0-for-7 means slogging through a performance ...

Kyrie Irving Accepts Invite To Play In 2016 Rio Olympics

... Irving should hardly be considered a consolation prize, though. While he's never competed on the Olympic stage, Irving has experience competing with Team USA. The 24-year-old shined at the 2014 FIBA World Cup, taking home MVP honors after Coach K's side captured a gold medal with a 129-92 drubbing of Serbia. Irving scored 26 points and drained all six of his three-pointers in the win. Since then, Irving has evolved into a true superstar. Although his first season playing alongside Le Bron James and Kevin Love ended in disappointing fashion, Irving asserted himself as one of the league's premier playmakers and clutch shot-makers with a brilliant NBA Finals run this year. Over the course of the dramatic seven-game series, Uncle Drew erupted for 27.1 points, 3.9 assists and 2.1 steals per game while shooting 46.8 percent from the field and 40.5 percent from three. Now slated to suit up with Kevin Durant , Paul George , De ...

Kyrie Irving Helps Team Usa Win Gold Medal At 2016 Olympics, Joins Elite Company

... has added another piece of gold to his growing collection. Irving capped a special summer on Sunday afternoon, helping Team USA to a convincing 96-66 win against Serbia in the gold medal game at the 2016 Olympics. With the win, the Cleveland Cavaliers point guard becomes just the fourth member of Team USA to capture the NBA championship and an Olympic gold medal in the same year, joining Le Bron James, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen to accomplish the double dip. Irving struggled from the field, scoring four points on 1-of-6 shooting, including 0-of-2 from 3-point range. He added four assists. While it was Irving's lowest-scoring game of the Olympics, his offensive production wasn't necessary. Kevin Durant provided the scoring punch, with a game-high 30 points en route to his second straight Olympic gold medal. De Marcus Cousins (13 points) and Klay Thompson (12) also reached double figures in scoring, as each member of the 12-man roster made at least one basket. The Americans were tested throughout the Summer Games, showing vulnerabilities and playing a few tight games. The early-tournament showings led to questions, especially after some of ...

There's Nothing To Address, It Has No Effect On What's Going On

... guard Kyrie Irving was bombarded with text messages from many, including NBA players, Monday afternoon. Everyone was asking the same question, wanting to know if he heard the latest speculation about not being happy in Cleveland. His response to them was similar to the one he shared in the locker room after Cleveland's 100-96 grind-it-out win against the Indiana Pacers. "There's nothing to really address," Irving said. "Obviously there's going to be some misunderstandings, it's part of being on a team. For me, as a maturing young player in this league, I know what we have and the opportunity we have in order to be something special. My communication is open with all of my teammates, just knowing what's going on and how I feel about things.". At another point during his career, Irving might've lashed out or even let the comments bother him. But he's older now and more experienced. He's also more focused on trying to help the Cavaliers find their championship form. "For me, ...

What's The Cavs Star Reading

... much as I want to, and as much I can, and to ultimately be the leader of the generation, and the leader of not just a revolution but a change that needs to happen, then I want to be prepared for it. So that’s all I’m really particularly doing. And like I said, I have a huge, huge responsibility with basketball. When you’re trying fumble with dealing with life all the time, as well this “basketball lifestyle,” you gotta deal with both. I’m just trying to prepare as much possible, but also knowing I stand for what is true. And what’s going on in this world is obviously just ridiculous. RN: Okay, I want to end with a basketball thing. For years, NBA players didn’t really care about the first half of the All-Star game, but at least it got competitive toward the end. That hasn’t even happened the last couple years. I know you’ve been MVP before. But please tell me you guys are going to try this year. KI: I didn’t even watch the game last year. We actually—I’m not saying the guys in the past haven’t been as competitive—but have some guys that are really, ...