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NBA union contacts Kyle Singler's family after disturbing videos

The NBA Players Association is offering its support to Kyle Singler after the former NBA player posted some troubling content on social media this week.

Singler had a six-year career in the NBA after starring while attending Duke, and his social media fan base became concerned after he posted a message saying he feared “every day.” for his life.

In a statement to The Post, an NBPA spokesperson said the union has been in touch with people close to Singler about the matter.

Singler's bizarre videos caught the attention of several notable NBA stars. Kyle Singler/Instagram

“We are in contact with Kyle’s family. Like all current and former members of the NBPA, we offer all support to players, whether during their greatest successes or during difficult times,” the statement said.

Singler's first troubling post appeared in a video on Instagram on Tuesday morning.

“I get shit thrown at me every day,” he said. “I was mistreated and abused, neglected and made into a spiritual role model. And I fear for my life every day. And people in my community make me look like I'm a problem and making things difficult for people when I'm just trying to be helpful.

Kyle Singler #12 of the Duke Blue Devils is congratulated by Kyrie Irving #1 on his goal in the CBE Classic championship game on November 23, 2010. Getty Images

“I feel like I have a certain type of self, strength and purpose that is not valued or treated appropriately.”

Singler released two more videos on Tuesday that also raised concerns.

Duke's Kyle Singler makes a jump shot against Michigan during a game in 2008. Anthony J. Causi

After the videos began to spread, some people in the NBA community expressed their love for Singler.

“To everyone who spent time with Kyle Singler and whose lives he touched – please shower him with the love and support he needs and deserves,” five-time NBA All-Star Kevin Love wrote on X.

“Without him I wouldn’t be who I am today. I am forever committed to him and love him. To the NBA family, the Duke BB family and the South Medford community – let’s come to one of our own.”

Nets guard Joe Johnson (7) drives to the basket against Detroit Pistons forward Kyle Singler (25) during a 2014 game. USA Today Sports

In a comment on Singler's first video on Instagram, 76ers center Andre Drummond wrote: “You're not alone bro! I'm here for you.”

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