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. Drafted first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2011, he earned Rookie of the Year honors. Irving is a nine-time All-Star, three-time All-NBA Team member, and won an NBA championship with the Cavaliers in 2016. He's known 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 remarried

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

October 22, 2009: Commits to Duke

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

2010: Plays for Duke Blue Devils

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

May 2011: Promise to Finish Degree at Duke

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

2011: Played with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist

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

2011: Plays for Duke Blue Devils

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

July 14, 2012: Broken Right Hand

On July 14, 2012, while practicing with the Cavaliers in the NBA Summer League, Kyrie Irving sustained a broken right hand after reportedly slapping it against a padded wall.

2012: Index Finger Injury

At the start of the 2012–2013 NBA season, Kyrie Irving injured his index finger in a loss to the Dallas Mavericks.

2016: Transition to Plant-Based Diet

Starting with the 2016–2017 season, Kyrie Irving moved to a predominantly plant-based diet.

December 2017: Plant-Based Diet Referenced in Nike Ad

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

2017: Trade Request from Cavaliers

After another Finals appearance in 2017, Kyrie Irving requested a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers and was dealt to the Boston Celtics.

August 2018: "Welcome Home" Ceremony at Standing Rock

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 to the community and Irving's activism on behalf of the water protectors at the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.