‘I fear for my life’, ex-NBA says

Kyle Singler, former NBA player, made waves on social media after publishing a video stating that he fears for his own life. The basketball player played for the Detroit Pistons and Oklahoma City Thunder, and received support from several former teammates online.

Shirtless, disheveled and against the light, Singler recorded an alarming video, which was cut off abruptly at the end. “I need to make a statement. I feel like my voice is being silenced. Every day, they throw s*** at me, my community is f****** me”, he said.

“I have been mistreated, abused, neglected, made an example of crazy. And I fear for my life every day. People in my community make me seem like I’m going to be a problem and make things difficult for people, but I’m just trying to help.”

“I feel like I have a purpose and a strength in me that is not being valued and respected,” he concluded. Shortly after the first post, he posted another similar message.

In response, Singler’s NBA teammates spoke out. “I love you, Kyle! Look for me whenever you want, please”, commented Kevin Love, Miami Heat player. Kevin also used his networks to declare himself to Kyle.

“To everyone who was around Kyle Singler and whose lives he impacted, please show him the love and support he needs and deserves. I wouldn’t be who I am today without him,” Love said.