Dallas Mavericks' Kyrie Irving Interview Before NBA Finals vs Boston Celtics

Dallas Mavericks superstar Kyrie Irving spoke to reporters before Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics.
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[@sejiroagosa]

Kyrie Is Such A Thoughtful, Insightful, Sharp Brother...Kobe Would Really Be Proud. Rooting For You Champ!

[@JimBurns-y2j]

Don’t worry brother Kyrie getting his 2nd ring 💍 💍

[@KeithRaymond-ux9db]

KYRIE WE the People are with You and so is GOD you did nothing Wrong so keep your Head UP! Haters are going to Hate 😂!!!

[@paujuscafresa5762]

Amen 🐅

[@Joe-st2yu]

Kyrie u..." standing on business"🎉

[@beebbeec280]

Nothing wrong and they treat him like a criminal

[@Gmoney4life3]

He literally said he wasn't his best self at that time. And he wasn't. Mistakes were made

[@sandraellerbie1562]

Alhamdulillah, Allah knows best✌🏽

[@alxartzen]

Kyrie a real strong man no what the media and the NBA ownership threw at him he never sold his ground or conscience to the money grabbers

[@chrisgreen177]

It's not surprising with all that what was going on four years ago in New York then, and what is currently going on in the state of New York currently. There's a 'Stigma' of 'Do as I say' mentality in that state. It's also evident, there's a 'presence' there that is 'calling the shots' over the law and the Constitution of the United States of America under the law, and if an American doesn't comply with the 'do as I say' command, we're going to 'wage war' against you and destroy you, your reputation, and everything else you have. That's the action taken against Kyrie Irving while there. It's like, New York has 'Plantation Masters' ruling over it, and the problem with Kyrie was, he was that one man who stood up for himself on that 'Plantation', and refused to be forced to comply with orders against the law, and that were given by people who didn't have his best interest at heart, but rather their own 'Power' as the 'Masters'. So, they called up all their friends in the 'master positions', and conspired to destroy this one 'Rebellious' man, when all that man was doing was, exercising his rights as a free man. Problem for them is, they blamed it on his performance 'In the field'. They claimed he wasn't worth it, and now they had to sit back and watch that same man 'Be A Force' against the team of the plantation they said he held no value with, and now he's 'Off to the races'.

[@Pepsiguy]

Celtics fan here who respects Kyrie for choosing personal freedom and taking a stand against a fascists NY government.

[@sttyxx6270]

Rare! Respect.

[@chriswilliams868]

W Celtic fan 🤝

[@ksneidndkdoknnw]

facist lmfaooo what a fucking joke. you have no clue what facism is

[@chrisgreen177]

BRO! YOU SAID IT!!! 'PURE BLOOD'!

[@AkaMiskeen]

It would be poetic for Kyrie to defeat the Celtics in the finals. - Former Celtic / Ended Bad - Stepping on their logo - Friends with the C’s young core - Kobe’s biggest rival - 1st without Bron - 2nd championship

[@roundtrip385]

Dont forget KP was on Dallas and was supposed to be the missing piece for Luka that Kyrie is

[@1cmplx]

It might be more poetic for Boston. The narrative was that they don't need Kyrie and if they beat him and the best player in the world it'll be a statement. It's a good statement for both teams I want Luka to get his first

[@tylerthompson520]

@@1cmplxnah those racist ass fans don’t need to win

[@jaysonenriquez3696]

It's not gonna happen. Celtics are sweeping them in a good way. Get off that low quality Mary Jane

[@niezeldavis770]

@@jaysonenriquez3696bluud you can get off ya knees now lil bro

[@mcclendonreport]

Young brothers out there, this is the measure of a man. Be about something in this world. Stand on principle and speak with certainty and excellence.

[@claudebradshaw1730]

I can't wait for these boston fans to piss luka off by disrespecting kyrie 😈

[@YotuelGonzalez]

Shhhhh, bro?!🤫

[@Kenny.G1991]

Me either bro they better be quiet Lmaooo

[@claudebradshaw1730]

@@YotuelGonzalez my bad lol

[@splash.3026]

Oh Luka’s already pissed about it lol. Doesn’t take much to get Luka going

[@claudebradshaw1730]

@splash.3026 it's about to remind him of the real madrid days lol...HOME

[@gopster85]

I have a newfound respect for Kyrie... such calmed and composed demeanor. Rooting for Kyrie!

[@brunocuevas2136]

I am Celtics fan , a very proud fan. For decades i have followed this team . My blood is Green , but under no circumstances can i hate Kyrie. Hate is a stupid feeling .

[@de4ds1ghtcsgo94]

You're not who us MFFLs have an issue with. My apologies for what is about to happen because of the toxic fans

[@LovelyCesi]

No need to apologize, nothing will be happening to the Celtics, they will be sending the Mavs to Cancun to join the rest soon enough! ☘️💚

[@de4ds1ghtcsgo94]

@@LovelyCesi ye, i give them a 45 percent chance to beat the mavs. That's a sign of respect. I gave clippers thunder and wolves 0

[@Bone_youtube_soft]

I'm a Celtics and I don't hate him but I sure can't stand a liar with a huge ego who took zero accountability for his shortcomings.

[@tylerthompson520]

@@Bone_youtube_softcan u say he lied when he said if you would have me it seem like you guys didn’t want him back y’all wanted terry Rozier back tho

Kyrie has really grown and I hope he helps the Mavs win a championship.

[@EduardoOliveira-zx9ju]

Has Kyrie grown up, or has this finals appearance force you to look at him differently??

I think maybe I’m just seeing Kyrie a lot for the first time. He has always played on the East coast. Now I get to see him play and listen to his interviews. He has become my favorite player. I like ve Luka but Kyrie is so fun to watch and I like how he speaks.

[@EduardoOliveira-zx9ju]

He's EXACTLY the same! He wore a Palestine necklace during a post-game interview to support those suffering a few days ago. His interviews are insightful and very thoughtful

[@mauricedavis1740]

@@EduardoOliveira-zx9ju cope..🤡

[@Gelato.Smokes]

As a life long Boston fan, I empathize with you and don’t hate you kyrie, I lost my grandma to a stroke while I was on deployment and I remember how I felt

[@chrisgreen177]

I 'get you' on that one. I lost my oldest sister while overseas and had to come back to learn what my sister's responsibilities were with our parents. I had to assume all of the responsibilities she had in taking care of our 81 year old mom and 87 year old dad, and that's a challenge, and is very stressful when living abroad and constantly moving to different countries. In that sense, I feel what Kyrie is saying.

[@joewhitaker2839]

Let's go Kyrie

[@JakeDuffy-q2e]

Celtics fan here. Kyrie has grown a lot as a man, and you can tell he is in a better place than he was. I never "hated" Kyrie, sure I was disappointed he didn't resign, but this is a business. Celtics trade IT the year after his MVP caliber season. Our team suffered by Kyrie not resigning, but the past is the past, we are in the present! Celtics are in the finals! Who cares what some fans say, let the best of the best play! 2024 NBA finals. Celtics vs Mavs.

[@khrisfranco9776]

Best way to end this interview is a question from one of his idols the late great KOBE ♾️ 🐍 🏆

[@greenjade9597]

OmG the 2 lady reporters thank u for asking great questions RIP Black Mamba 🎉🎉❤❤

[@michaelsturdevant9196]

Keep it together, Kyrie. Keep it together. You can do this.

[@takuid]

I believe. He has what it takes to overcome great adversity.

[@dalehopley1363]

Class Act 🥇

[@Joe-st2yu]

He got to make it sound good for the camera... Get ready to see a monster ❤

[@ballbreathtaker9773]

But did he call himself “one of the best players in the world” in the beginning this interview?

[@lukaholicspodcast]

@@ballbreathtaker9773 did he lie ?

[@lukaholicspodcast]

@@Joe-st2yufacts

[@thrdworld5596]

I think he’s in the best place he’s been mentally since he’s been in the league. This will be one to remember. Got to love it!!! 🐐

[@MikeyDRuffy]

I think most of europe will root for dallas and hope they'll win! Where are my europeans rooting for dallas? Leave a comment....💪💪✌️

[@gillesc3374]

Just started a new job today therefore it's gonna a be tricky to watch the finals which air at 2.30 am but I managed to watch all the WCF and most of the okc and clippers series, being unemployed you can go to sleep at 5 and wake up at 12 it doesnt matter. MASSIVR Kyrie fan he's the goat for me, and without all the bullshit and covid he would have thrived during the usual 27-30 "prime"

[@MikeyDRuffy]

@@gillesc3374 yeah the time's always a difficult thing/problem for us living here.... hope you can somehow manage to see the last step (game) to the chip...! Lets go mavs

[@amiralsrbani24]

Dallas will destroy Boston Celtics who are too small as a team ! Mavs are a more complete team on both ends of the court! When the going gets tough Boston will melt like a block of ice !

[@MikeyDRuffy]

@@amiralsrbani24 if they manage to take kyrie out of the game its gonna be difficult! They have some good defenders but i still believe in the mavs they will figuered out to outplay them i.m.o.!💪💪

[@patrickschulz1511]

Everyone falls down but watching you get back up and how far you’ve come, you’ve embraced your spirituality and I’m so impressed to watch your journey. Bring on the championship.

[@Lulu-sw7ni]

I’m from Cleveland we love Kyrie🎉 Dallas In 6

[@_blankface]

My god did he speak eloquently here - huge respect for ky man such an inspiration for real

[@sirdzl7105]

We can call it the Krazy Kult of Kyrie. Rolls off the tongue.. Loser

[@Levski011]

Ky the closest thing to Kobe the league has seen.....Remember watching his first game in Cleveland when he got drafted and was even dubbed as the next Lebron, an all around player that is equally as good at scoring as he is with passing controling the tempo ......First game watching him I though thus guy is HIM, and he got next...LBJ does not win without Chief Kai, Much love from Bulgaria❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@greenjade9597]

Ooooh Please seriously ask him something about Basketball Dam it Reporters 😢😢😢😮😮😮 I don't want to vomit 🤮

[@jeffreydahmer1143]

Win another championship Kyrie go Mavs

[@blezz7773]

KYRIE LETS GET IT 🏋🏾💙🏋🏾

[@AB_1211]

I think the media is enamored by Kyrie's intelligence and professionalism. So funny how they are so concerned about how he feels about how Boston fans feel about him. He don't f care. #KAI #Tribe #A11EVEN

[@nolanmcgahan5884]

Absolutely love this man!! Glad his time is Dallas is a positive chapter in his life! Go Mavs!!!

[@GodSon91]

My favorite player of this era he’s one the last ones left Luka being my 2nd favorite young one of the rising stars let’s GO MAVs !! 🤞🏾💪🏽

[@EliezzerOficial]

Kyrie my fav ever 😍

[@renepitre6676]

Fk the mavs. Wemby n the spurs coming

[@itsmamba1995]

I agree don’t forget about Steph as well he will be missed just as much

[@GodSon91]

This not about Steph & he will be missed by his fans which I’m not so yea Kyrie you will be missed 🤞🏾💪🏽🙏🏾

[@HOMMI2Elite]

Where Kyrie at spiritually is where I'm trynna be n where I'm heading mind body n soul all Shou be in tact becoming a better human being day by day

[@marcuskey4996]

It’s very radiant…Magnetic

[@adriansmith2295]

Indeed so very true I can def relate also and that's why a major reason why I'm drawn to his energy 🙏🏽❤

[@setnsun21]

He’s setting a strong example of a good role model and teacher.

[@kingfire1148]

Kyrie is nothing but that Man.. BIG Mamba Mentality 👑. Keep it going..

[@RonJames76]

Jesus, some of these questions are so cringe

[@deedeechant9792]

Kyrie just know that your true fans luv you no matter the outcome. After all the sh_ _t you were put thru from refusing the clot shot to being called antisemitic because you told people to read something etc. Best wishes on and off the court !!

[@420weabooslayer]

Man I love kyrie, new NBA fan and he my fav player. Such a grounded person + amazing skill

[@guylocation9823]

Kyrie NOW its your time.. Block the hate .. most of the world loves you!

[@raphaeloliveira4997]

Lets go uncle drew 🇧🇷🇧🇷 loves you my man 🤞🏾🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@efeezy7770]

Just proud of my favorite player man just proud

[@Thinking_skills]

Hi haters 👋🏿 it didn’t work, it failed miserably. You can’t always control the narrative

[@Kemet3.0]

The black Pharaohs strike again.

[@MrCount987]

A man with attitude and strong will, i was sure that he is THE man when he refused to be vaccinated.

[@awalovettepeter8099]

Watching from England rooting for Kyrie.

[@MichaelBell-x9n]

So proud of you KYRIE keep up the positive energy/vibes iam on the same spiritual journey 🙏💯💪stay authentic for the rest of your life here on earth 🌎

[@jaystacks5249]

Crazy part about all of this is kyrie still has the same beliefs. He just kept his mouth shut and the mavs started winning. Now everyone who bashed him for his beliefs, those same beliefs he has now and everyone thinks this is a new kyrie. Winning sure does cure a lot. Now everyone has a new found respect for him. Stay you kyrie, you sees it as well

[@deewaa24fly]

Genius level comment

[@Jacob2wheels]

He goin Kobe on them

[@minneapolissound]

We appreciate your commitment to the game of basketball I’m glad Kobe spent time with you you can tell how he inspired you rih black mamba the goat

[@Yungkobe8242]

16:18 THIS WOMAN HAS BEEN TRYING TO ASK THIS QUESTION THE WHOLE TIME BUT was cut off by MEN. Not one of them gave her a chance or had the decency to allow her to go before them. And the question she had also gave him thanks for his THOUGHTFULNESS. Shoutout the reporter and KOBE KAi 🙏🏾 I pray you win your 2nd ring and get what you deserve. Thank you 4evaEva 👑🧘🏽‍♂️🤝🏾

[@jastinlett1271]

I haven’t gotten to the time stamp yet but I’m definitely picking up on how they keep cutting her off.

[@abraund]

The media compete with each other to speak. The men don't respect each other, and they don't give a special pass to women. Boo hoo. I would say if women can't deal with it they shouldn't be there, but clearly this woman can deal with it. She gets the game. She's fine. But lets frame as it as men vs women. Rather than individual vs individual, because we can cry a little harder for women, those delicate creatures. Psychologically women are just as tough as men, what is the point of this white knight game. She is fine, she is confident, and she asked a good question - which is great and because she's a woman she can have special praise for that.

[@Yungkobe8242]

@@abraund nobody reading that paragraph of bs. Are you one of the reporters? 😂 common sense and human decency says I see the woman get cut off once, ok. Twice, I think about it then on the third time I’d say loudly that this woman has a question and keeps getting cut off by us men. Let’s allow her the floor since she’s the only woman here. Not one of those soft suckas stood up for her. That’s the bigger problem & her question was the best or most potent of them all

[@Yungkobe8242]

@@abraundI see you don’t hold doors for women, pick up bags for them. Consider them before yourself yet was birthed by one 🤦🏾‍♂️ praying for anyone that looks for you as a protector. L Man. W Npc/Braindead Bozo

[@sesh3508]

As a Celtics fan and a huge fan of Kyrie as well, I’ll be happy whoever wins this Championship. Can’t even explain how excited I am for this series

[@JHam2023]

Kyrie has grown up as a man through all these moments in his life. The way he has responded to these questions compared to how he has in the past is like night and day. If you listen to him, he takes a lot of the responsibility for his actions, no finger pointing, very humble guy. Can’t wait for game 1….rooting for Kai man.

[@ambo6251]

You don't touch Kyrie, Luka and the gang are watching boys

[@agrodofornoagrodoforno8756]

luka and kyrie gonna destroy Boston 4sure

[@jfmprovr3605]

These teams are equally matched.. Question is can Joe Maz beat J Kid . IQ it's going to be a B ball chess game challenge every night Epic

[@HebrewAnonymous]

You did nothing wrong, but become aware of who you are. As well as majority of us in this land of our captivity. (Baruch 2:30-33) The Jewish people can remind us of the Holocaust. We can remind you all of 1619. King Leopold, Haiti in 1792, Black Wall Street (1921), etc....... Yah is with us. Shalom ✊🏿 🤴🏿

[@artartwell1992]

Such A wise young man 👨 👏 🙌 👌 ❤ 🙏.... Really have grown.. Very humble.... Super Respectful....

[@Cop--]

Kye, what ever happens in this series, you are very inspirational, I wish i could once share a coffee with you! Cheers from a frenchie!

[@gillesc3374]

le seul endroit ou tu l'entendras parler ce sera ici, cependant je suis complètement raccord avec tout ce que tu viens de dire, sauf le dernier mot de ta phrase bien sur je suis un voisin du nord

[@OuchthismighthurtTV]

As much as i feel boston will win i think nobody would be mad if Kyrie got another one…his evolution is inspiring

[@MrAtif7865]

As salaamu alaykum Kyrie. The life of this world is but play and amusement. You are muslim. You earned what you have. The media have been told to yank your chain.

[@t99155]

Salami alaykum

[@JohnnySmith-x2b]

I think most of the media, especially SA, Perk, Williams and JJ. It's not that they hate. They are paid on ratings which come from viewers. If they give the positive spin it's considered flat or boring. So they openly throw shade and negatives. It's where our world is today. Sports, politics, racism, faith, income. The great MLK preached EQUAL RIGHTS. Affirmative Action, Black Lives Matters, far Left, far Right, KKK. DONT PUSH FOR EQUAL RIGHTS. No it's EQUAL only if you agree with my side of the agenda. Words from a very wise man simply said, "Treat Others The Way You Want Others To Treat You" said another way "Do unto others how you would want them to do unto you." Secret To Life, IMO, Respect. If you give it, you usually get it. Let's Go Mavs & Celtics, may the best team win.

[@m.ndiaye7602]

Unconditional love and respect for Ky! True man!

[@artartwell1992]

😮😮😮😮 Best point guard in the NBA.... Let's Go Kyrie Irving....

[@MundoRecords63]

For that Reporter who Yelled "See you in Boston" Thank You Kia For Everything you Have Done in Dallas. #DallasMavericks

[@John-ne4fq]

Dallas loves Kyrie

[@chibiemo100]

Rooting for the Celts but I wouldn't mind Kai getting a ring

[@adriansmith2295]

Same

[@shudigg]

Look at Kyrie, man… So inspirational.

[@MusicHead4041]

I can see Kyrie being a team player. Possibly average 22 to 24 - 4 - 7...which is cool, as long it gives the Mavs a dub. But from the bottom of my heart I want Kyrie to go into Hibachi mode.!! 👨🏿‍🍳🔥🔥

[@deraldboneyjr.1259]

KY play ball all them ? are for the media to have something to do. I feel you bro just enjoy and live and love 👑

[@kendrickbarrett4381]

No matter how you feel about the choices made This man stands in the face of adversary and truly show the world We are not angry blk men but compassionate human beings who are often misunderstood but the world hate us….

[@sethiamoore4439]

BLESSINGS KYRIE SUCH CHARACTER AND integrity

[@sonnymccovey2606]

Kyrie the haters can hate on you all they want but they can't stop you LET'S GO UNCLE DREW LET'S GO

[@deeburns1227]

I bet they get tired of the same ole questions over & over...I know I would.

[@KurapikasChains727]

I’m fearful of how Boston fans can get into Kyrie Irving’s mental while playing basketball…

[@deewaa24fly]

Don't be, he good

[@KurapikasChains727]

@@deewaa24fly he wasn’t :/

[@RevoZtuns]

Kobe would be so proud of u Kai. ❤️

[@stephsy]

let’s go brutha ky on behalf of you nemesis in the bay we all really hope you can do what the warriors did and beat the celtics make them break up that squad do what you have to do to win don’t either scoring 40 or not scoring over 20 get the job done sure you’ll make sure everyone knows now is the time give it all you got dive in the floor for everything go mavs 🤞🏾🤞🏾

[@jesusfernandez573]

Kyrie will destroy Boston .lets go mavs

[@granata4]

Kyrie very based

[@anovaguy]

Kyrie's enlightenment is lost on sports journalists lol

[@adriansmith2295]

Unfortunately brother media just be toxic you know how it goes

[@VonDancioDobermans]

Kyrie is the man! You cant deny it. Celtics in 6 though! 😂

[@qualityfred]

Sound good Kyrie want all smoke 💨💨💨😂💀

[@LJ777]

Just wait until they put the time and effort into that Anta shoe

[@kenbreezy1013]

Next generation he makes sure he mentions that ! Good example 🪶🫡☀️

[@niangmedoune7962]

What I don’t understand is why this media wanna Kyrie fell so bad ??

[@takuid]

they are still trying to rattle him before the game in this very interview.

[@EduardoOliveira-zx9ju]

@@takuid Kyrie coverage gets the media MAJOR ratings! If you love or hate him, he generates ratings that's why media ALWAYS mentions him

[@adriansmith2295]

Toxic way of the media that's all boss

[@r.foshee1578]

bad mf'r and a truther! lets go tribe!

[@blaketurner7989]

This is going to be a historic championship. The kyrie Vengeance arch has been a long time coming

[@ራስዳርጌ]

Tremendous regard for Kyrie. I mean,How he expresses and articulate his idea and feeling is admirable.a brilliant baller at that🤗✨

[@federicoarchibold442]

Kyrie is a intelligent person and a very talented basketball 🏀 player!

[@bravobrisk3011]

Love Kyrie but Celtics in 6 …..

[@dripta]

stephen a smith and the media needs to apologize to this man

[@d.creports5492]

They already did including Kendrick Perkins

[@darrylanderson4764]

God always give you a choice

[@vernonpersitti9471]

The machine isn’t allowing the face of the anti media to win it Celtics in 6

[@federicoarchibold442]

Kyrie I'm cheering for you!

[@ItzTjones7334]

🔥🔥🔥

[@fkblacklancelot5710]

Kyrie vs. The Media-del, Games of Zones predicted this.😂

[@lornadaniel4352]

Now the media are trying to act like they love kyrie

[@andrewdoe6829]

No matter outcome of the final. Kyrie has won in life. Calm and composed

[@israelrodriguez3354]

Perfect duo Kyrie and Luka

[@35marvin]

À Happy Kyrie is a Deadly Kyrie on the basketball court 🔥

[@nanaowusufordjour1439]

Kyrie ✊🏿💯

[@sandraellerbie1562]

Kyrie you know who got you, haters will always show up, play your game and come out for the win, InshAllah🤲🏾

[@pryingaa]

I LOVE KYRIE!!! Love seeing him successful

[@SumerPlao]

towel boy " kyrie would you like a bottle of water ?" kyrie - "Ah, the profound interconnectedness of existence! A mere bottle of water, you say? But is it truly just a vessel filled with H2O molecules, or is it a symbol of sustenance, a conduit through which the universe expresses its eternal flow? Every drop within encapsulates the essence of life itself, a reminder of our shared journey through the cosmic dance of existence. So yes, my dear friend, I graciously accept your offer of this humble yet profound elixir of life.

[@darrylanderson4764]

Come with the heater