Kyrie Irving came in to Duke in a very unusual manner for a incoming freshman PG under coach K, expected to play and make a huge impact from day 1. Hearing the confidence in which Coach K spoke of his PG prior to Kyrie's freshman season wasn't a confidence that he usually speaks of a freshman with, definitely not a guard. That was how you knew. You knew that he wasn't just hype or just a skill and athletic player with no bball I.Q. but you knew this kid must be the truth, for real. From game one at Duke, Kyrie played with a confidence and resolve to where it looked as if he had been there before, as if it was year 8 or 9 with the squad. He took on the big games with patience yet aggressively. To put it simply, by the time he reached his 8th game @ Duke, where in he tore a ligament in his toe, we all pretty much had him as a lock for the NBA Draft's #1 pick.....and we were all right as the Cleveland Cavaliers took him first @ the draft!
Now its all "lights, cameras, action" for Kyrie Irving again and the questions are floating out there as we approach his rookie season. Will he be able to handle the speed and power of the game? Is he athletic enough? Will he be able to impact a distraught Cleveland squad?? If you've ever payed attention to Kyrie's disposition and facial expression, it seems as if he hasn't ever had a care in the world you know, no pressure. After meeting him the other night, it seems like his natural demeanor. So based on what he has shown up till this point, as far as handling pressure and living up to expectation, he'll probably do so, smoothly, sleepy eyed, and in a effortlessly looking manner. So everyone relax, Kyrie has "got it all under control"!!!
Video Tribute to his shorter than desired Duke days CLICK BELOW:
http://youtu.be/P3pbLyHCOCo
He doesn't look stressed to me....
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