Childhood and Education Journey of Kyrie Irving in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Kyrie Irving, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Kyrie Irving is a professional basketball player currently with the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA. Drafted first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2011, he was named Rookie of the Year. Irving is a nine-time All-Star and three-time All-NBA Team selection, achieving an NBA championship with the Cavaliers in 2016. He is renowned for his exceptional ball-handling skills and scoring ability.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

March 23, 1992: Kyrie Irving's Birth

On March 23, 1992, Kyrie Andrew Irving was born. He is an American professional basketball player.

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2004: Drederick remarries Shetellia Riley

In 2004, Kyrie Irving's father, Drederick, remarried Shetellia Riley, who is currently Kyrie Irving's agent.

October 22, 2009: Commits to Duke

On October 22, 2009, Kyrie Irving committed to Duke in a television broadcast on ESPNU.

2010: Plays with Duke Blue Devils

In 2010, Kyrie Irving played with the Duke Blue Devils during the 2010–2011 basketball season under the guidance of head coach Mike Krzyzewski.

May 2011: Irving Promises to Finish Degree

In May 2011, Kyrie Irving promised his father that he would finish his bachelor's degree at Duke within five years.

2011: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist partnership

At St. Patrick High School, In 2011, Kyrie Irving played with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, who was widely regarded as one of the best players in the class of 2011.

2011: Plays with Duke Blue Devils

In 2011, Kyrie Irving played with the Duke Blue Devils during the 2010–2011 basketball season under the guidance of head coach Mike Krzyzewski.

2012: Irving Contends for Australian Olympic Team

In 2012, Kyrie Irving was in contention for a position on the Australian team for the 2012 Olympics but elected not to represent his nation of birth.

2015: Surgery to Remove Screws from Patella

In 2015, Kyrie Irving had a procedure scheduled to remove two screws from his patella, which were inserted to repair a fracture suffered during that year's NBA Finals.

November 2016: Irving Supports Standing Rock Water Protectors

In November 2016, Kyrie Irving tweeted his support for the water protectors at the Standing Rock Indian Reservation who were demonstrating against the Dakota Access Pipeline in North Dakota.

2016: Irving Puts Degree Plans on Hold

In 2016, Kyrie Irving stated he was putting his plans to finish his bachelor's degree on hold, planning to focus on it after leaving basketball.

July 2017: Irving Requests Trade from Cavaliers

In July 2017, Kyrie Irving requested a trade from the Cavaliers, seeking to be the primary focus of a team rather than playing alongside LeBron James.

December 2017: Nike Ad References Plant-Based Diet

In December 2017, a Nike ad referenced Kyrie Irving's predominantly plant-based diet.

August 2018: Irving Honored at Standing Rock Reservation

In August 2018, Kyrie Irving and his older sister were honored with a "welcome home" ceremony at Standing Rock Indian Reservation, acknowledging their family ties and Irving's activism on behalf of the water protectors at the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.