Ky is a fan of Neymar

NBA superstar Kyrie Irving has compared himself to Neymar ahead of the Boston Celtics’ clash against the Philadelphia 76ers today at the O2.

The four-time All-Star is leading a new dawn in Boston with head coach Brad Stevens’ team holding a three-game lead at the top of the East.

As an avid football fan, Irving, 25, is excited about his first visit to London, drawing parallels between both sports and revealing his admiration for Brazil forward Neymar.

“If I could compare myself to any footballer it would be PSG star Neymar,” he said. “He’s got the skills. He scores goals man. He’s my favourite player.”