Kyrie Irving critiques former players' negative commentary

Kyrie Irving expressed strong opinions about former NBA players who now commentate on the sport. During a recent Twitch stream, he criticized them for being negative and not providing meaningful insights. Irving shared his frustration, saying some former players "just be talking chat s–t" instead of supporting current athletes. Irving, who plays for the Dallas Mavericks and is currently out for the season with a torn ACL, reflected on his experiences in media. He mentioned times when he felt attacked during his appearances on programs like "Inside the NBA." He believes critics should provide fair evaluations of players' performances rather than engage in gossip. He urged these former players to remember their own journeys and how they can impact younger athletes. Irving stated that the negative commentary could hurt the players who look up to them. He also criticized the idea that NBA players should not express their feelings just because they earn substantial salaries. Throughout the stream, Irving emphasized the importance of understanding the league's complexity. He wants to use his voice to bring awareness to the realities of being an NBA player and to challenge misinformation in the media. He finished by highlighting his determination to change how athletes are portrayed.