Ex-NBA Player Kyle Singler Posts Concerning Videos, Fears for His Life
Former Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler posted a series of concerning videos on social media on Tuesday, expressing fears for his life
Singler, who played for the Pistons from 2012 to 2015, posted a video on Instagram in which he said he was "in fear for my life" and that he was being "stalked" and "harassed". He also posted a video on Twitter in which he said he was "going to die" and that he was "not safe".Singler's posts have raised concerns about his mental health. He has a history of mental health issues, and he has been open about his struggles with depression and anxiety. In 2018, he was arrested for disorderly conduct after he was found wandering around in a confused state.
Singler's former Pistons teammate, Brandon Jennings, expressed concern about Singler's well-being in a tweet on Tuesday. "I'm praying for my brother Kyle Singler," Jennings wrote. "He's going through a tough time right now. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers."
The Pistons organization released a statement on Tuesday saying that they are aware of Singler's posts and that they are "concerned" about his well-being. The statement said that the Pistons are "reaching out to Kyle to offer our support and assistance."
Singler's posts have also raised concerns about the mental health of former NBA players. A recent study found that former NBA players are more likely to suffer from mental health issues than the general population. The study found that former NBA players are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
The NBA has taken steps to address the mental health of its players. The league has partnered with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to provide mental health resources to players. The NBA also has a mental health hotline that players can call for support.
