Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry is among the many 5 finalists for the 2022-23 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award, introduced Monday by the NBA.
The different finalists are Jaren Jackson Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies, Tre Jones of the San Antonio Spurs, Chris Paul of the Phoenix Suns and Grant Williams of the Boston Celtics.
They have been chosen for his or her work as social justice advocates, persevering with the work of NBA legend Abdul Jabbar, whose mission is to “engage, empower and drive equality for individuals and groups who have been historically marginalized or systemically disadvantaged,” per the league. A panel of social justice leaders and NBA representatives chosen the finalists.
The winner shall be introduced throughout the NBA convention finals and obtain a $100,000 donation from the NBA to decide to a social justice group of his alternative. The different 4 finalists every will choose a company to obtain a $25,000 contribution.
Reggie Bullock of the Dallas Mavericks received the award on the finish of the 2021-22 season. — Field Level Media/Reuters
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