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DeRozan speaks on mental health and vulnerability in basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:14 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

DeRozan speaks on mental health and vulnerability in basketball
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On September 17, 2026, DeMar DeRozan emphasized the importance of being vulnerable and addressing mental health issues among young Black men. In a discussion, he noted the rising rates of suicide among this demographic and the emotional burdens they carry. DeRozan encouraged openness about mental health struggles, highlighting how many individuals compartmentalize their pain until they reach a breaking point. His comments come amid growing awareness of mental health challenges in sports and society.

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  • •DeRozan discussed mental health issues among young Black men.
  • •He highlighted the rising suicide rates in this demographic.
  • •DeRozan advocates for vulnerability and openness about struggles.
  • •His comments echo broader discussions on mental health in sports.
  • •The conversation takes place against a backdrop of increasing awareness.
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  • 12:14 PMYahoo Sports — “The approach I try to take is being vulnerable and …
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