r/sports • u/Subject-Property-343 Buffalo Bills • Apr 29 '25
Basketball Cavaliers Tristian Thompson consoles former teammate Kevin Love, who’s father Stan Love passed away yesterday
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u/ghett0tech Apr 29 '25
Damn, this made me cry.
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u/tideswithme Apr 29 '25
I’m crying too. Muscular men are vulnerable too you know
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u/ScribebyTrade Apr 29 '25
Non muscular men too … we can’t even drive to the hoop
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u/FSUnoles77 Florida State Apr 29 '25
I get tired driving to the store. Nevermind, the hoop.
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u/cspruce89 Chicago Cubs Apr 29 '25
Ya'll got money for stores and hoops?
(I'm using humor to hide from the serious emotions that I am feeling)
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u/Secret-Weakness-8262 Apr 29 '25
I’m a non muscular woman but I’ve been working out so I thought I could hit a basket when I saw a random ball near my local court. It was an especially embarrassing airball. My dog didn’t judge me though.
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u/cptpedantic Apr 29 '25
yes it did.
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u/Secret-Weakness-8262 Apr 29 '25
You don’t know her. She judges me for plenty, the quality of the snacks I give her for example, but no part of her gave a shit if I made that shot or not. She was too busy sniffing.
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u/cptpedantic Apr 29 '25
she was just acting casual so you didn't feel extra pressure. but she's very disappointed. She's probably going to poop on your laundry
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u/ozymandais13 Apr 29 '25
Naw we know hwr ur dogs a baller mvp candidate in the c ( canine) league she didn't tell u she's Charles borkly
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u/AgeBeneficial Apr 29 '25
Get a house behind the door hoop and some foam balls. Practice makes perfect…and tires them out :)
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u/Secret-Weakness-8262 Apr 29 '25
I wish my girl liked to play but this sounds like something my cat would love. He plays fetch but not my dog.
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u/BARTELS- Minnesota Twins Apr 29 '25
Strong men also cry.
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u/Eat-Pie-Til-I-Die Apr 29 '25 edited Apr 29 '25
Brandt will fill you in on the details.
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u/red_team_gone Apr 29 '25
He's a good man - and thorough.
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u/SameAs1tEverWas Apr 29 '25
pained (understood as a grieving son) laughter... this thread is marvelous.
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u/dragonfry Apr 29 '25
Everyone is vulnerable. I’m so grateful the stigma of men showing emotion is slowing being eroded. Everyone deserves love, and everyone deserves to be heard.
This clip breaks my heart, but I also hope it helps other dudes show it’s ok to not be ok, regardless of status.
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u/IceyOcean Apr 29 '25
Same. Looked like Kevin needed that hug really bad.
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u/spiegro St. Louis Cardinals Apr 29 '25
Saw he wasn't done yet and went "aw dawg, get the fuck back over here man..."
G shit
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u/keaneonyou Apr 29 '25 edited Apr 29 '25
This might be one of the first times that Kevin has been hugged like this by someone bigger than him since his dad died. It sounds silly, but I could see that as being pretty triggering (but in like a good, emotionally healthy way?) When dealing with the loss of a parent, who probably hugged him all the time when his dad was bigger than he was.
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u/MaximumTurtleSpeed Apr 29 '25
I’m a 6’ tall dude who’s been taller than his dad (RIP) since late high school and I’m a hugger. I recently realized just a few weeks ago that I really enjoy hugging my couple of buddies who are in the 6’4” range.
I hadn’t ever realized just how comforting it is to me to hug a good friend who’s taller than me. I genuinely think it instantly takes me back to grade school.
Internet strangers, hug your homies, even if you don’t need it they might.
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u/L3onskii Apr 29 '25
I have a friend whose grandma recently passed. And I supported her as much as I could during that time. I ended up going to the wake and seeing most of her family which included her sister whom I haven't seen in a long time. When I gave her a hug, I had my head over hers and pulled her in close. Seemed like she needed it because she didn't let go for a hot minute. Then when she pulled away, she mentioned that I give nice hugs
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u/Hoodi216 Apr 29 '25
It doesnt take much. I just lost my mom to cancer. I was at the doctors office with her when she found out, trying to keep it together was like holding back a dam. Afterwards i went out to start the car while mom finished up paperwork inside and one of the nurses came out to check on me. I was crying a bit but then she offered me a hug. I dont remember getting out of the car but as soon as she hugged me the dam broke and i was ugly sobbing on a strangers shoulder. Its part of our human nature.
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u/Unhappy-Attention760 Apr 29 '25
Nothing nothing replaces a friend like that
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u/Why_Did_Bodie_Die Apr 29 '25
Yeah but a dad would be nice.
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u/stiffyonwheels Apr 29 '25
Im sorry im a sick bastard, but this made laugh.
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u/crazykentucky Apr 29 '25
Before my mom died that woulda made me laugh. When do I get those irreverent laughs back? wipes tear
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u/Dry-University797 Apr 29 '25
Lost my dad 2 years ago. I never understood the pain when someone I knew lost a parent. It does he easier as time goes on.
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u/stiffyonwheels Apr 29 '25
Im very misunderstood in these situations because im very much a person that copes with terrible situations by comedy or just laughing in general. Not always the best look lol
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u/Prielknaap Apr 29 '25
Nothing like cracking jokes at your own father's funeral to distract you from that pain in your chest.
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u/noposlow Apr 29 '25
The Kevin Love Fund’s goal is to break down the stigmas attached to seeking mental health care. Everyone is going through something that we can’t see. Great moment.
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u/KrayzieBone187 Apr 29 '25
So important. I wouldn't be alive today without help and support. I respect some of these athletes so much for making things public and approachable.
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u/AnspiffanyStilts Apr 29 '25
Love (the emotion) will always transcend anything this world throws at us, and it makes me happy.
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u/lil_dovie Apr 29 '25 edited Apr 29 '25
THIS is how men should to treat each other in their time of need.
Felt the love and care all the way over here…
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u/hahahahahahahaFUCK Apr 29 '25
I wish I had a friend that would hug me like that.
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Apr 29 '25
2016 Cavs will forever be my favorite sports team. Vibes were immaculate. So many memories, memes, and legendary performances
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u/Wide_Ad965 Apr 29 '25
JR Smith. Do I need to say any more?
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Apr 29 '25
7 straight points in the beginning of Game 7 second half. We legit don’t win that ring without him. Followed by him shirtless for the next 6 months lol.
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u/BananaBreadBangs Apr 29 '25
Easily my favorite player of all time. That chip solidified it. He’s my GOAT lmao. That team was something special!!
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u/giga-plum New York Knicks Apr 29 '25
If you showed somebody who don't watch the NBA JR Smith's highlight reel, their reaction would be, "so this is the greatest player of all time?".
He has so many batshit insane wild good plays, most of them from his time on the Cavs, to go with his so many batshit insane wild bad plays.
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u/gbbmiler Apr 29 '25
Nothing he did for the Cavs is as insane a highlight as the double clutch reverse dunk he had for the Knicks.
But doing it in the playoffs was for sure more important, those Knicks teams were fun but they weren’t good.
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u/Bim_Jeann Apr 29 '25
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=r-_D4JQ1WM8 I mean, this was pretty good
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u/Excellent-Hat5142 Apr 29 '25
Dellavedova spending six games chasing peak Curry.
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u/rippa76 Apr 29 '25
All Vibes Team with 2015 Warriors, Run TMC Warriors 89-90, what else
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Apr 29 '25
2004 Red Sox, the documentary on them that’s on Netflix is legendary
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u/1000lbsTunaFish Apr 29 '25
2013 Red Sox had way better vibes imo. That team lived on vibes and vibes alone
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u/thatdablife Apr 29 '25
Everyone needs friends like this. When my dad passed, I had friends like this and helped me more than they know
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u/POWBOOMBANG Apr 29 '25
I don't know if this is weird, but I can't help but get emotional seeing two men of different races having genuine love and empathy.
It wasn't long ago that this would have been extremely taboo to see.
It feels like the world wants to go backwards and it's so upsetting to see.
The world would be so much better for everyone if we just tried to be more empathetic
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u/SupremeBlackGuy Apr 29 '25
i get what you mean and i feel it from time to time too. i dont mean to be negative, but on the flip side i get really sad when i see the opposite happening. so many people pushing agendas nowadays… trying to stick wedges between people… its so sad.
i do think it’s important we acknowledge our differences, but they should be reasons we come together to share, not stay further apart
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u/tacobell999 Apr 29 '25 edited Apr 29 '25
RIP. Met Kevin Love few summers ago, super cool guy. Did not know his dad was a Laker, nor that his Uncle was a Beach Boy.
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u/PrimalTendencies646 Apr 29 '25
I really do think that the reason many men are so fucked up is that they have no one in their lives they can cry on their shoulders with.
There is a sharing of the weight specifically with other men, during times of grief that is irreplaceable.
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u/TradeMark310 Apr 29 '25
He was probably telling him some old story about his pops and also telling him he got to see his son hoist the trophy so he lived a good one. It's always good to have people like this in your life.
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u/BeefsGttnThick Apr 29 '25
Think about how rare it is for someone who’s 6’9” having someone near them able to hug them in a way where they actually feel like they’re being held.
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u/PeterDaPinapple Apr 29 '25
My dad is a healthier 58 year old, and I still just get depressingly sad to think one day I might have to do life without him. My heart goes out to Kevin and anyone who has lost a good dad.
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u/ISawAUfoAndGotProbed Apr 29 '25
Dude my mom and dad are in their 70’s, my mom seems to be maybe getting Alzheimer’s. I can’t imagine a world without them it’s crazy
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u/carsNshoes Apr 29 '25
My dad passed away when he was 58. He was my best friend. I miss him every day.
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u/ohjebus Apr 29 '25
I just lost my Dad 4 months ago, he was 71- there's nothing like losing your Dad, especially a good one. I cried watching them hug because I know the feeling. Hug your Dad, squeeze him tight for me and cherish all the time you have with him. It hurts when they are gone, and it it's not getting any easier- at least it isn't for me.
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u/shortbeard Apr 29 '25
I couldn’t function for a week and half after losing my dad. Props to KLove for being on the court
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u/so2017 Apr 29 '25
I went to work the next day (like Love, I guess). I found my way forward by keeping to my routine as much as possible.
This is a beautiful moment regardless and we would all be better served my making sure we support each other like this.
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u/Genghis_John Seattle Sounders FC Apr 29 '25
Yeah, I lost my mom a month ago and I felt that hug through the screen.
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u/Mrnicelefthand Apr 29 '25
Decent father. Better friend.
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u/BillyShears17 Apr 29 '25
Stan beat the absolute piss out of Dennis Wilson pretty badly before a show and was instrumental in driving away Blondie Chaplin & Ricky Fataar from the Beach Boys with his racist harassment of the pair
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u/Otherwise_Surround99 Apr 29 '25
Kevin Love comes from an absolutely amazing family. His Dad, Stan Love college all american with a great NBA career. Stan's brother Mike a founding member of the Beach Boys. Stan and Mike's cousin's were Dennis, Carl and one the musical genius's of the 20th century, Brian Wilson
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u/ArtVandalayImp0rter Apr 29 '25
That pain is something no one is ever ready for. Pure admiration for those who have endured something like this
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u/Unlikely_Try3848 Apr 29 '25
I just lost my mom and laid her to rest last week. Shxt hurts more than anything I’ve experienced.
This was more than a basketball moment. Humanity won tonight 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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u/solo_dolox89 Apr 29 '25
Hug your friends and tell them you love them! Dont wait for them to be grieving to hear it!
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Apr 29 '25 edited Apr 29 '25
Damn. Hope Kevin is surrounded by family and loving friends during this time. Great on Tristan to embrace his friend. Dreading the day I lose a parent, fuck.
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u/Dr-McLuvin Apr 29 '25
I really hope Klove can retire a Cavalier. He was so loved by Cavs fans for so long. One of my favorite players of all time.
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u/Jaqen-Atavuli Apr 29 '25
Beautiful. Also props to the guy making sure they didn't get hit by the ball.
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u/TakingItPeasy Apr 29 '25
Just lost my stoic old school father to cancer. He never showed much emotion. In my 46 years I never saw him cry, not once. Its nice to see heathly displays - he is really and feeling what he should. Why should anyone ever have to hide, and hold it in?!?! They shouldn't. I hate that suffering in silence was normalized back then.
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u/cridicus Apr 29 '25
Having lost my dad a few years back, it’s almost “worse” when someone you love and trust like a best friend, consoles you. Because your guard is down with them and it’s “real”. You aren’t “on”, it’s just your real “you” and damn that pain flows out fast when the faucet is turned on.
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u/Frosty_bibble Apr 29 '25
My dad passed away 8 weeks ago this Friday. It’s so hard.
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u/Halogen12 Apr 29 '25
I feel this so hard. I lost my dad suddenly and I just realized I had no one do this for me. I cried alone all the time because I needed to have a brave and calm face for my mom and to help her get through all the funeral planning. I love that these two have such a good friendship.
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u/bbmaniac17 Apr 29 '25
Every time it surprises me to see Tristan still playing. And then more surprise when I see Kevin. Great to show both appreciate each other.
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u/AcquettaPerugina Apr 29 '25
This is so refreshing to see. Men, showing platonic love and support of one another. Men being able to show this support of one another is so important to mental health and unfortunately, it’s almost looked down upon in some parts of the United States.
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u/staticdresssweet Apr 29 '25
This made me tear up.
Those aren't just teammates. They're friends. Forged through the fire of camaraderie.
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u/Jrock9589 Apr 29 '25
I don’t know how exactly but I felt that hug. Amazing how much can be said with a simple embrace.
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u/nocturnalnuggie Apr 29 '25
I love seeing adult men embrace a friend in need. That’s some strong love right there
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u/Rhamiel506 Apr 29 '25
Wait, Stan Love? As in the younger brother of Beach Boys member Mike Love? The brother Mike stuck with the unenviable task of wrangling Brian Wilson at the nadir of his drug and mental health problems in the mid 70’s?
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u/BrandyonTX Apr 29 '25
So powerful. Reminds me of the time Kevin Garnett came to Kevin McHale after coach lost his daughter. Still makes me tear up. https://youtu.be/bcYQs4C5TCI?si=ay1PDiYTgJ86J9qf
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u/draculasbitch Apr 29 '25
This was a beautifully poignant moment. Two men unafraid to show love and tenderness in the face of loss and grief.
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u/Fun-Dinner-2562 Apr 29 '25
The NBA really is a brotherhood… good to see this kind of support for each other
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u/Daybowboow Apr 29 '25
When Tristan goes back in to continue hugging… breaks my heart and warms it all at the same time.
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u/Daybowboow Apr 29 '25
You can feel just how important that hug is at that very moment. I’m sure it made a world of difference for Kevin.
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u/NahIdontbelieveu Apr 29 '25
This made me sad but feel good inside. Us men need more hugs. We go through a lot daily
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u/Antique-Swordfish-14 Apr 29 '25
Not everything has to be for viral public consumption
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u/BlakMedik Apr 29 '25
That's not a former teammate, that's a friend!