Kyrie Irving has been one of the NBAs best scorers for the past decade. But in his 13th NBA season there are clear parts of his game that have evolved.
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Minimizing unnecessary movements can be efficient, he noticed it. As we grow older our stamina isn't the same anymore. Less movement, smart moves are good for him.
This is the obvious evolution of his game. He's still a masterfully skilled player but he's using way less effort to make himself effective as he and his game ages.
Its really because kyrie isnt controlling a team as like the celtics kyrie he control them but he with luka so its not going to be just kyrie 😢
Kyrie always been HIM
Kyrie continues to decline he will be traded, not athletic and very unpredictable off the court
Some of these shots are BARELY in space. He almost just feels like the D kind of had him (Only maybe 2… 2 1/2 clips) but still just hits the shot anyway
It's so disrespectful by the league, for the amount of missed fouls called against Uncle.
This is also true for Luka, after his rookie year.
If you really think about it, it's a common denominator in their relationship and is what helps both of them to become the best back court.
2:21 isnt that a carry? 🤣2:43 and that is a huge travel
The kuyrie now reminds me of brandon roy the only difference is that kyrie is more flashy than brandon roy. Simple and elegant basketball
So many travles, and carry
so basically like mj, no extra redundant moves
hopefully he always fit, i really want to see him get another ring. he deserved
Im hearing u and amidatly fall a sleep
Cause That's the Set up Stretching the Floor and Bring The Next Defender to Him Creates Half Court Fast break.
As a fan watching countless Kyrie games this is exactly how I feel now. This is elite analysis and breakdown. Great job!
This IS the same Kyrie. Uncanny handles, lethal scorer from anywhere. I seem to remember him being the catalyst for the cavs first championship over 7 years ago. Still one of the most underrated players ever, and probably always will be, because of the giant shadows of the celebrity players of the era
Nobody talking about these putback dunks and lobs he been catching
My favorite player! Wanted him in LA, my dream was for him to be on the clips. I still feel like Dallas isn’t his home. But I’ll always be happy for ky and watch his games regardless
I’ve never seen another player score in more ways than Kyrie Irving. The most beautiful game in NBA history.
He may also have gotten better and more simple and i should say fundamentally, but i just also feel like everyone who guards him is very hesitant to i’ve never seen multiple defenders get so discombobulated off a couple jab steps
I agree 100%
I think he’s matured and can accept being a role player rather than the main distributor
Kyrie beeeennnnnnnn playing like this go back and watch 2016 Finals
That used to be called a travel. It's kinda hard to create 10 ft of separation off a pick with one dribble. Hence the 3 steps and a travle. RLTW 3/75
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Got in better shape and he’s older and the game moves slower now…
Kyrie Irving is one of the most talented PGs to ever pick up a basketball. It’s a shame many aren’t appreciating his career as it unfolds
Seems like all your people have no clue and understanding the game. It's the same Kyrie it's different coaching. Some offices won't allow him to play like this.
not gonna lie…i suspect Kyrie studied Kobe's games because he looks so much more efficient from his triple threat than before. More patient too i think.
Kyrie always had a strong first step, light feet, balance and the handle to do this. But recently it looks like soooo much less wasted movement and more precise efficent footwork.
I remember how much Kyrie looked up to Kobe and challenged him. So its def a possibility. Also he's doing similar fakes to in the pocket to get the defenders off their feet and draw contact on his shot.
I love when kyrie starts cooking in the mid range.
One of the best guards in the NBA, definitely top 5. His efficiency has been insane for the past 4 years but he just needs to stay healthy.
excellent analysis
He is about 3500 more points until he reaches 20,000 career points scored.
everytime i see a jab step i think of melo lol
Yes Ky is amazing but he takes ‘carrying the ball’ to a new level. That being said, he has been awesome this year in Dallas. Excellent teammate.
Ngl I loved to watch Kyrie flashy plays, ridiculous reverse layup, ankle breaker dribble.
But all this stuff don't win games, and as NBA Basketball now becomes more strategic and more fundamentals than flashy plays, considering Euro players taking over the league.
Kyrie doesn't want to get behind and is adapting as a player to the current situation of the league.
He already showed us what he is capable of as Uncle Drew.
Now it's time to see his scoring capability, and so far he is not disappointing.
Much success to Uncle Drew, in case I miss his plays he collect bones, we all have his good old highlights.
Hell nah it ain’t
Great overall analysis, but was wrong early. The foundation for Kyrie's game has NEVER been 3-point shooting. It's just another thing he does well. The foundation of his game is CLEARLY ballhandling, and his ability to use his left hand for that and finishing. In fact, he's just as likely to take a mid-range shot as he is to take a three, unlike most shoot-first small guards in the NBA. It can be said that the higher volume and accuracy of his threes IS the evolution.
Replayed :31 seventeen times
The bad part is you have absolutely no choice but to respect the jabs and hesitations
This how his 2k AI plays
He should’ve stayed a Celtic bro
I hope he makes the finals
The truth is the win of cleveland against warrior is nit because of lebron but because of the brilliance of irving last five minutes of the final championship.
1 phrase to explain it all " a million dollar move and a billion dollar finish" 🔥😏
Cool, calm and collected. Adopted some of that from Luca's game and adding some of his own.
What he is not a scorer?
The #1 Kobe protégé
This title is stupid!!