Enjoying the moment

The interview with Keegan and Kris ended just after the allotted time ran out. They couldn’t be late for practice. Both twins thanked me for my time and exited the room. By the time I shoved my notebook into my backpack and made my way into the hall, Keegan and Kris were already shooting on the Carver court.

They were the first players there.

Keegan may have played his last game on that floor. He hasn’t made any decision regarding the NBA, but the family knows he’s considering leaving. That wasn’t important at the moment.

When Keegan and Kris were young, Kenyon and Michelle would hear them mumble to each other in their own little language over the baby monitor. Their faraway conversation somewhat resembled that. The twins were in their own space.  The Big Ten and NCAA Tournaments are all that remain in the 2021-22 season. The Murray twins may only be playing together for a couple more games. But that’s not important, either.

Keegan and Kris are locked into their shots — ready to chirp an insult if the other one misses.

“They’re playing together, they’re at their dream school,” Kenyon said. “Whatever happens in the future, happens. We want them to enjoy what’s happening right now.”