Lakers News: James Worthy, Sam Perkins Receive National Civil Rights Museum Sports Legacy Award
James Worthy, Lakers
Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Former Los Angeles Lakers James Worthy and Sam Perkins were among the honorees for the 13th Annual National Civil Rights Museum Sports Legacy Award. Fomrer NBA All-Star and Memphis native Anfernee Hardaway and former WNBA All-Star Swin Cash were also honored for their contributions to civil and human rights.

The ceremony took place prior to tip-off in Monday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies. It’s part of the NBA’s annual celebration on Martin Luther King Jr. day, with this year’s events marking the 50-year anniversary of his assassination.

Memphis debuted their MLK50 City Edition uniforms that are intended to shine a light on the events leading up to Dr. King’s assassination as well as the ongoing movement for social justice.

Because of King’s ties to Memphis, the NBA ensure the Grizzlies play at home every Martin Luther King Jr. Day. They, along with the Lakers, took a tour of the National Civil Rights Museum on Sunday.

After which, a community conversation was held, featuring Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley and Lakers center Brook Lopez will be discussion guests.

Although he was sidelined by a sprained left knee, rookie point guard Lonzo Ball spoke glowingly about the impact Dr. King had and the steps the NBA takes to ensure his accomplishments and memory live on.

WANT TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DISCUSSION? CHECK OUT THE NEW LAKERSNATION FORUM CLUB

You May Also Like

Lakers Envision D’Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson Backcourt For 10-12 Years

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently building for what could be a…

Lakers News: Frank Vogel Does Not Believe LeBron James Is Fatigued

With how they have bounced back all postseason, it was not surprising to see the Denver Nuggets take it to the…

Lakers News: Frank Vogel Saw Improved Effort In First Quarter Of Loss To Timberwolves

The Los Angeles Lakers didn’t lead ever for even a second in the 124-104 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves after another slow start…

Lakers News: GM Rob Pelinka Praises Guards D’Angelo Russell, Jordan Clarkson

Coming into the season the Los Angeles Lakers seemingly had their backcourt of the future in D’Angelo Russell and Jordan Clarkson…