The NBA has announced the five finalists for the prestigious 2024–25 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion Award, which honors players leading impactful efforts for social justice in their communities.
The finalists are:
- Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat)
- Harrison Barnes (San Antonio Spurs)
- Chris Boucher (Toronto Raptors)
- Jrue Holiday (Boston Celtics)
- CJ McCollum (New Orleans Pelicans)
These players were selected by a distinguished panel that includes NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, human rights advocate Dr. Richard Lapchick, National Urban League President & CEO Marc Morial, and NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum.
The winner, who will be announced during the NBA playoffs, will receive the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Trophy along with a $100,000 donation to a justice-focused nonprofit of his choice.
Notable past recipients of the award include Carmelo Anthony, Stephen Curry, and Karl-Anthony Towns, who won the honor last season.
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