Kevun Durant vs LeBron James is a conversation that’s gone of for an entire generation. Two megastars who define an entire era of basketball, both James and Durant lead the way. Few players have got the opportunity to watch the two go to battle. However, there aren’t many who got the chance to play with both of them. For Kyrie Irving, the former number one overall pick is one of them,
Kyrie’s journey in the NBA began with the Clveland Cavaliers. After a few seasons of establishing himself, he teamed up with LeBron James. regarded as the best player at the time, the King and KAI became formidable pair. Taking on a record breaking dynasty, the duo made history. Coming back from a 3-1 deficit, the Cavs etched their name in the history books.
After leaving Cleveland for a brief run with the Celtics, one conversation with KD gave berth to an offensive nightmare. Irving and Durant joined forces on the Brooklyn Nets. Since then, the two has been trying to attach their name with a championship. In addition, there has also been some internal drama between the scoring greats.
While appearing on the show, ‘Uninterrupted’, KAI spoke about playing with the modern day greats. And he said filling those shoes isn’t comfortable for him.
Kyrie Irving’s journey playing with Kevin Durant and LeBron James
‘Uninterruped’ is a show started by James and Maverick Carter to assemble the best of celebrities all in 0ne room. The talk show allws fans to get an insight into the mind of their favorite professionals. Likewise, what was a crazy offseason for Irving, the seven time All-Star got on the show. And KAI spoke about getting the chance to play with arguably two of the best players of his generation. However, his insight may shock the NBA fanbase.
Irving said: “Playing with Bron and playing with KD, within our culture they are true icons. But I had to fill in those hoes that were very uncomfortable for me.”
Kyrie on Uninterrupted
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Kevin Durant and LeBron James are both box office players. Wth eyes on them all the time, the pressure level is always chilling. In that enviroment, Irving is the right hand man. The spotlight never goes away. Moreover, there is just one expectation with their team, winning a championship.
Despite being in the uncomfortable shoes, Irving evolved into a master scorer. Taking up the challenge, he is arguably now the most skilled scorer in the league. Without KAI, the Akron Hammer may not have been able to fulfill his promise to the city of Cleveland. And now, Irving’s sights are set on helping KD make his own legacy.
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Heading into his final season with the Nets, do you think Irving will deliver a chapionship with Kevin Durant, or do you think he will reunite with LeBron James to rewrite yet another historic story? Let us know your views in the comments below.
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