an unrecognizable Kyle Singler has left NBA fans and basketball fans in general dumbfounded. The former player of the American league and Real Madrid, among other teams, shared a disturbing video on Instagram that has generated great concern, accompanied by a distressing message that has not gone unnoticed.
In the video, Singler appears shirtless, with dim lighting in the background creating a somber atmosphere. In his statement, he expresses his fear for his safety and denounces that he is constantly being silenced. The basketball player, who retired in 2019, was clearly affected and shared his pain with his followers. The message is forceful: “I need to make this announcement because I feel like my voice is being silenced. Every day they throw contempt at me. I have been mistreated and abused. My community is destroyed. They have transformed me into a mental example and I am afraid for my life. “Every day I feel watched as if I were a problem or an obstacle to others, when I’m just trying to be useful. I feel like there’s a purpose behind not valuing or respecting myself.”
The video provoked an immediate reaction on social networks, highlighting the support of several NBA players, such as Kevin Love. The Cleveland Cavaliers player did not hesitate to respond publicly, asking for help for Singler. “Love you, Kyle. Call me when you can,” Love wrote. Shortly after, he added: “To everyone who has had the opportunity to spend time with Kyle Singler and whose life he has touched: shower him with love and support, because that is what he needs and deserves.”
Other former players and teammates NBA They also joined in the displays of solidarity. Isaiah Thomas, known for his time with the Boston Celtics, wrote: “We are here for you, now and always.” Additionally, Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond left a message of support: “You’re not alone, brother.”
Kyle Singler He had an NBA career between 2012 and 2018, playing for the Detroit Pistons (2012-2015) and the Oklahoma City Thunder (2015-2018). Before his time in the American league, after finishing his time at Duke University, he played for teams in the Spanish league, such as Lucentum Alicante (2011) and Real Madrid (2011-2012). Later, he went through the Monbus Workshop (2018-2019) and Iberostar Tenerife (2019), the team with which he closed his professional career.
The declaration of Singles has generated a strong impact on the sports community, once again highlighting the personal struggles and invisible challenges that some athletes face, even after leaving the public spotlight.
