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Former NBA Player Kyle Singler Sparks Mental Health Concerns With Shirtless Video

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Former NBA player Kyle Singler has fans worried about his mental health after sharing a video of himself shirtless, ranting about fearing for his life. The video began circulating online, this week, five years after he last played for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

“I have been mistreated and abused, neglected, made into a mental example,” Singler said in the post. “And I fear for my life every day. And people in my community make me look out as if I’m going to be someone that’s going to be a problem and make things difficult for people when I’m only trying to be helpful. I feel like I have a certain way about myself and strength and purpose that does not get valued or get treated properly.”

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Kyle Singler Plays For The Oklahoma City Thunder

Apr 19, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kyle Singler (15) leaves the game during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets in game two of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY Sports

In response to the clip, several NBA players have reached out with supportive messages. “I love you Kyle. Hit me whenever. Please,” Kevin Love wrote. Andre Drummond added: “You aren’t alone brother! I’m here for you.” Chandler Parsons also called for the league to get him help: “HELP @NBA @TheNBPA. @KyleSingler needs you. we’re with you buddy.”

Kyle Singler Sparks Concern

Later, Kevin Love shared a lengthier message about his relationship with Singler. “To everyone who has spent time with Kyle Singler and whose lives he has touched – please shower him with the love and support he needs+deserves,” he said. “I would not be who I am today without him. I am forever indebted and love him. To the NBA family, Duke BB family, & South Medford community – let’s show up for one of our own.” Check out Singler’s video on social media below.

 
 
 
 
 
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Andre Drummond Quits Social Media Due To Mental Health

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Andre Drummond announced via his Twitter account that he is stepping away from social media. The Chicago Bulls star tweeted that he is “Deleting all my social apps my Management will take over,” Drummond also mentioned in the tweet that he would be “changing his number.” Drummond isn’t the first, nor will he be, the last athlete to come out and admit to struggling with mental health issues. Golden State Warriors star, Klay Thompson, has opened up about his past mental health issues as well as Ben Simmons, who talked about his mental health just last year.

Drummond is in his first year in Chicago and with his sixth team in his career. The former Uconn Huskies star has spent time with Detroit, Cleveland, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn. Drummond has appeared in 62 games this season with the Bulls, coming off the bench. This season, Drummond is averaging 6 points and 6 rebounds a game. Both of those numbers are well below his career average, which sits at 13 points and nearly 13 rebounds per game.

Andre Drummond Takes A Step Back

Drummond is in his eleventh season in the NBA, which is taxing physically just as much as it could be mentally. He last appeared in a game for Chicago just two nights ago, when the Bulls met the Los Angeles Clippers. In that game, Drummond played a little over 14 minutes, gathering 11 points and 8 rebounds on the night. Supporters of Drummond quickly flocked to Twitter to reach out and let him know that they supported his decision. Drummond is being praised for his announcement, and rightly so. Mental health is a serious priority.

Drummond’s announcement that he is stepping away from social media to focus on his mental health is a gentle reminder to all of us. It is okay to reach out for help. It also reminds us that we all may be going through something that people may not even realize. In a world that may seem dark at times, being kind can go a long way. Andre Drummond has taken a great first step toward his mental health. Stick with us here at HNHH for the latest news in the sports world. In the comment section below, let us know your thoughts on mental health affecting professional athletes.