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Coronavirus, News

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Is Not Feeling John Stockton’s Anti-Vaxx Stance: ‘It Doesn’t Make Sense’

The two Hall of Famers are on opposite ends of the COVID-19 vaccine debate.

By

Jay Connor

Published

January 25, 2022
Culture, Sports

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Calls Foul on LeBron James’ ‘Confusion’ After Controversial COVID Meme

The Lakers legend blasted the team’s current star for posting a meme equating COVID-19 to the flu and common cold, calling it ‘a blow to his worthy legacy.’

By

Maiysha Kai

Published

December 31, 2021
Culture, Sports

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Blasts ‘Disingenuous Vaccine Deniers’, Insists ‘There Is No Room’ for NBA Players Who Refuse to Get Vaccinated

The NBA’s civil war between unvaccinated players and COVID-19 health and safety protocols has reached a fever pitch.

By

Jay Connor

Published

September 27, 2021
Entertainment, Hot Tea

Disgraced Jeopardy! Almost-Host Mike Richards to Undergo Sensitivity Training

Still executive producer of the show, Richards reportedly asked staff for a chance to show ‘who he really is.’

By

Maiysha Kai

Published

August 26, 2021
Culture, Sports

Carmelo Anthony Is the Inaugural Recipient of the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award

Not only does the future Hall of Famer handle his business on the court, but he’s about that action off of it.

By

Jay Connor

Published

June 30, 2021
Entertainment, Television

With Fight the Power, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Chronicles America's History of Social Justice

‘Fight the Power: The Movements That Changed America’ proves that civil disobedience is as American as apple pie.

By

Jay Connor

Published

June 17, 2021
Entertainment, Movies

Exclusive: New History Channel Documentary With Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Fight the Power Premieres on Juneteenth

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is a legend in many ways. Not only is he fully cemented in the conversations of iconic athletes, but his ongoing social justice advocacy will also speak to his legacy for years to come. Simply put—he’s always been about that activism life and has never wavered, even when it wasn’t popular or trendy…

By

Tonja Renée Stidhum

Published

May 20, 2021
Criminal Justice, News, Social Justice

NBA to Recognize Social Justice Efforts With Creation of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award

With more and more NBA players using their platforms and resources to inspire change and fight for social justice, the league has unveiled a new method to laud their individual efforts. On Thursday, the NBA announced the creation of the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion award, which will be bestowed annually and that will recognize…

By

Jay Connor

Published

May 14, 2021