Damian Lillard Showers Huge Praise on Brooklyn Nets Star Kyrie Irving

Damian Lillard, who is currently sidelined, did not shy away from praising Kyrie Irving. The latter is cleared to play in Brooklyn now, a moment fans have been eagerly waiting for. Lillard was praising on Irving’s game in particular, which has only strengthened and improved throughout the season.

The Portland Trail Blazers was recently on the ‘Club Shay Shay’ with Shannon Sharpe, where Irving was one player they discussed.

Sharpe asked Lillard about players he would watch from courtside, and the Portland icon chose Irving within seconds.

Damian Lillard is in awe of Kyrie Irving’s game

By Lillard’s words, one can tell that he has been observing Irving’s game for some time now. “I got courtside seats, I’m going to see Kyrie Irving. I just love the way Kyrie plays,” Lillard said, adding that he loves how his game looks.

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Additionally, Sharpe even brought up a point about Irving’s handles being impressive, which Lillard agreed with. “But it’s just the way he moves and how he can play the game. Like, he got the most beautiful game ever”.

Furthermore, Lillard also discussed how a player plays, be it their mid-range shot, or making it to the rim. According to the 31-year-old, it is a player’s skill and not just his athleticism. “You can tell he worked on it but he had the gift, to begin with”.

Who is Lillard’s favorite player?

While they discussed Irving’s game, Lillard revealed that Devin Booker was his favorite player in the NBA. If he can get courtside tickets for Irving, Lillard also wants tickets for Booker. Unsurprisingly, the young guard has been leading the Phoenix Suns this season and has made them a proper title contender.

With a 26.5 PPG average to his name, Lillard’s preference is legitimate.

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On the other hand, Irving will look to make most of his remaining games at home this season. Unfortunately, Irving has yet to make even 30 appearances this season, and will hopefully pick up pace as the playoffs approach.

Lillard, on his end, will miss the rest of this season because of his abdominal injury. As the regular season only has a few games left, one can only hope Lillard has a speedy recovery.