Cleveland Cavalier’s Point Guard Kyrie Irving Bared it All to JIN

I sat down with Cleveland Cavalier star Kyrie Irving to better understand what fuels this great guard from West Orange, New Jersey. Irving also discusses the value he places on hard work and education. The humble star was a pleasure to interview, and I know he will do great in the National Basketball Association.Irving is always on the road preparing for his startup season in the National Basketball Association.

NC: While he is away from his home state, I was curious about his process of maintaining his hair?

Irving: “I make it a point to come home every month to get my hair cut because Fresh the barber always does an incredible job on my head. So every month, I make it my priority to get home and pay Fresh the barber a visit”.

NC: Where are you originally from?

Irving: “I was born in Australia, and I moved to Newark, New Jersey when I was a child. I later moved to West Orange after my stay in Newark.”

NC: What age did you fall in love with the game of basketball?

Irving: “I would have to say it was in the sixth grade when I knew I wanted to play the game of basketball.”

NC: What do you say to young kids that inspire to play in the NBA?

Irving: “Maintaining a high work ethic, and appreciate the game. My dad always helped me to understand how imperative the lessons from the game of basketball had to do with lessons in life.”

NC: What are you doing while The National Basketball Association is in a lockout?

Irving: “I work out in Miami, Florida with other NBA players, and I’m also attending classes at Duke University.”

NC: That’s great that you are still attempting to pursue your education

Irving: “Yes most definitely, education has and will always be a major priority in my life.”

NC: What do you think you can bring to The Cleveland Cavalier Franchise?

Irving: “I think I can bring great focus and drive to the franchise. I want to be a great player in this league, and only being 19 years of age, I want to learn as much as I can about the game. I want to make the Cavaliers a contender on a yearly basis.”