Bill Russell will be remembered as an historic NBA player. His greatest feat was being one of the most significant civil rights heroes of our time.
Author: Mike Freeman, USA TODAY
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LeBron James said on a new episode of his show “The Shop” that Boston sports fans are racist. He’s right and plenty of athletes have said the same.
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The horror of a 10-year-old girl raped and then having an abortion is frightening enough. But there are other monsters in this terrible story.
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Legal expert on Russia said next possible step after Brittney Griner’s guilty plea would be decision to grant leniency or use her as bargaining chip.
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reaches disgraceful new low in bullying Special Olympics | Opinion
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has previously appealed to racists and other Cro-Magnon types. His actions against Special Olympics appeal to anti-vaxxers.
Tim Anderson knows the importance of ‘Jackie’ and Black trailblazers – but some still don’t get it | Opinion
Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson doesn’t just have respect for Jackie Robinson, but understands just what Robinson means to Black people.
The 10 worst fan bases in sports: If you’re on this list, congratulations, you’re the worst.
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When it comes to the Delaware State lacrosse team, believe them over the police | Opinion
The Delaware State lacrosse team was stopped by police in Liberty County, Georgia, on April 20. When it comes to who to believe, it’s the players.
‘I got a story for you’: USA TODAY Sports’ Jarrett Bell wins prestigious Bill Nunn Jr. Award
Jarrett Bell, NFL columnist for USA TODAY Sports, has received the Bill Nunn Jr. Award, given for distinguished pro football reporting.