Ernie Johnson recognizes Wat Misaka at the 23rd Annual NBA Legends Awards.
Wat Misaka was the first person of color to be drafted into professional basketball in 1947.
@nytimes your reporter notes “Others brought…bottles of liquor. By 7 p.m., several bottles of beer, wine and soju, a popular distilled Korean alcohol, sat in front of the flowers next to stacks of paper cups.” Without context of the cultural significance of why-It’s misleading pls adjust
One of the things I’ve always loved about basketball is the fact that it brings people together and empowers young people everywhere. I’m proud to join the team at @NBA_Africa and look forward to seeing the change we can create across the continent.