NBA Announces New Social Justice Award Named After Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
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etonline.comBucks and Lakers big man — as well as the league's all-time leading scorer — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and recognize the player that strives for social justice and racial equality.«It's nice to see the NBA try to promote social justice awareness, and I am very flattered they would see fit to name the award after me,» Abdul-Jabbar, 74, told The Undefeated. «I know I have some history with this, so I'm happy the way it's worked out.»This season's winner will receive $100,000 to donate to an organization of his choosing.
Four other finalists will be awarded $25,000. The title is officially known as the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award.
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