Kyrie Irving's Emotional Struggles and Personal Growth

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Kyrie Irving reveals the death of his grandmother deeply affected him during his time with the Celtics.

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Irving struggled with balancing personal grief and professional responsibilities in Boston.

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He admits to failing his teammates and the organization due to his personal issues.

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Irving believes his emotional struggles impacted his on-court performance significantly.

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He highlights the importance of managing personal issues to improve professional performance.

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Irving emphasizes his growth in handling emotions better since his Celtics tenure.

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He looks forward to showcasing his improved emotional management in the NBA Finals.

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Irving views his time with the Celtics as a crucial period for personal development.

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