Former Duke star and NBA player Kyle Singler recently posted a concerning video on Instagram, where he expressed fears for his life and spoke out about feeling mistreated and undervalued. In the video, which was shared Tuesday morning, the 36-year-old appeared shirtless and spoke slowly, stating. “I have been mistreated and abused, neglected, made into a mental example. And I fear for my life every day.”
Singler also voiced his frustration about feeling misunderstood and judged by those around him, despite his intentions to help others. He expressed feeling that his “strength and purpose” were not being recognized or respected.
The video, which lasted about 90 seconds before abruptly cutting off, quickly went viral, drawing over 1,200 shares within hours. Many of Singler’s former teammates and fellow NBA players expressed their support. Miami Heat’s Kevin Love commented, “I love you Kyle. Hit me whenever. Please.” Isaiah Thomas offered encouragement, saying, “Here for you bro! Always and forever,” while Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond assured Singler, “You aren’t alone brother! I’m here for you.”
The show of solidarity extended to other Duke alumni and NBA players, with comments aiming to draw attention from the Duke basketball program and the NBA community. Singler, who played on Duke’s 2010 national championship team and earned Most Outstanding Player honors in the NCAA tournament, followed up later in the day with a second video, where he reiterated some of his earlier grievances but appeared calmer.
Singler’s professional career began overseas before he joined the NBA as the 33rd overall pick in the 2011 draft. He played with the Detroit Pistons, making the All-Rookie Second Team in 2013, and later spent several seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Neither Duke basketball, the Thunder, nor the National Basketball Players Association has publicly responded to the situation.
