After awarding the inaugural Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice award to Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony last season, the NBA announced on Monday the five finalists for this year’s honor. Dallas Mavericks swingman Reggie Bullock, Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jrue Holiday, Memphis Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr., Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns and TorontoContinue reading “NBA Announces Five Finalists for 2022 Social Justice Award”
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NBA’s Social Justice Coalition Issues Statement on Policing Reform Legislation
A day before the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death, the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition issued a statement that urged for bipartisan support of police reform. Monday, the Coalition’s Executive Director, James Cadogan, released the following statement: “Almost exactly one year ago, George Floyd was murdered by a police officer in Minneapolis. Like millionsContinue reading “NBA’s Social Justice Coalition Issues Statement on Policing Reform Legislation”
NBA creates Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award
After decades of social activism during his playing days and in his post-career endeavors, it’s fitting that NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the namesake of the league’s newly-created award that will honor a player that emerges in the fight for social justice off the court. Thursday, the NBA announced the creation of the Kareem Abdul-JabbarContinue reading “NBA creates Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award”
NBA legend Chris Webber takes social activism to classroom
His passionate speech to America after the police shooting of Jacob Blake went viral following the Milwaukee Bucks’ decision to boycott their playoff game against the Orlando Magic on August 26, 2020. Now, NBA legend Chris Webber has taken his message to the virtual classroom. Webber has teamed up with Morehouse College to lead “ActivismContinue reading “NBA legend Chris Webber takes social activism to classroom”
Nets’ Kyrie Irving keeps focus on social impact while returning from lengthy hiatus
Admittedly trying to balance his impact on the court and his impact in the world of social activism, Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving made his return to the team Tuesday after a lengthy hiatus due to personal reasons and the NBA’s health and safety protocol. Irving hasn’t played since scoring 29 points in 30Continue reading “Nets’ Kyrie Irving keeps focus on social impact while returning from lengthy hiatus”
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