“Next Generation of Women Hoopers Gonna Be Crazy”: Kyrie Irving Spotted Training With Lakers Coach Amid LeBron James Reunion Rumors Leaves NBA Fans in a Frenzy
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Kyrie Irving is still a part of the Brooklyn Nets roster, for now. The seven-time All-Star has seen very few suitors enquire about him so far. Although he has been embroiled in some off-court controversies over the past couple of years, his skills have never been questioned. While his future with the Nets is still uncertain, Irving was seen teaching basketball to young girls at a training camp.
Irving helped out Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach, Phil Handy at his ‘futureofbasketballisfemale’ training camp. In the video posted on Twitter, Irving helped Handy in teaching the girls how to attack a defender. It is a very helpful clip for anyone who wants to be a basketball player.
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Consequently, a couple of girls even showcased what they had learned from Kyrie Irving. Handy and Irving have always had a great relationship and Irving acknowledges Handy’s influence on his game. Moreover, the duo works out together during the off-season regularly.
Kyrie Irving ( @KyrieIrving ) showing how to attack a defender with a wide base 🔥 at Phil Handy’s futureofbasketballisfemaleElite Cam pic.twitter.com/IHgKIZbMgI
— Swish Cultures (@swishcultures_) July 28, 2022
Handy is a well-known player development trainer in the NBA. He previously worked with Irving during their Cleveland Cavaliers days. He is a three-time NBA champion and has been a major factor in improving the games of many players, including Irving. Handy has been with the Lakers since 2019.
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While the NBA world is busy discussing Irving’s future, he has been focused on what’s more important. It is great to see NBA superstars helping out girls in improving their basketball skills at a young age. Eventually, this will only help the future of women’s basketball.
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In terms of skills, Kyrie is right up there with the very best in the league’s history. However, he has been involved in off-court controversies far more often than he would have liked. The Brooklyn Nets star has faced constant criticism from fans and media alike over the past few seasons.
Be it his insistence on not getting vaccinated to his somewhat strange pre-game rituals, Irving has truly polarized many fans. However, he has been busy teaching the next generation through all the commotion about his future.
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Fans react to the video
Kyrie Irving has always been able to shut down outside noise and concentrate on basketball only. During the off-season, there have been many rumors surrounding a potential return for Kyrie Irving with former Cavs teammate LeBron James at the Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, NBA fans reacted to the video showing Kyrie Irving teaching young girls alongside Phil Handy.
Next generation of women hoopers gonna be crazy. https://t.co/w33mRZItL2
— Q (@BoogiieQ) July 28, 2022
@KyrieIrving we gon' see this in LA practices 👀👀 #lafamilia
— GOAT PROP 🇳🇬🇨🇦 (@OriginalXXlX) July 28, 2022
Kyrie done nothing but work all summer❗️
— Brock Landes (@LandesBrock) July 28, 2022
It's beautiful
— _⏳Loading…🤦🏾♂️ (@0_oBrB) July 28, 2022
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Westbrick would turn the ball over
— Satoshi, MBA, CFA², BBW, YMCMB (@Bongani21101552) July 28, 2022
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Amid all the uncertainty, Irving has done well to keep his mind clear. What are your thoughts on Kyrie Irving teaching young girls amid an uncertain future? Let us know in the comments.
Edited by:
Veer Badani