Bill Sharman is part of a special group of NBA Legends that entered the Hall of Fame both as a player and coach. He brought us four titles in 10 seasons 🏆🏆🏆🏆 | Boston Celtics

Earl Lloyd: The First Black NBA Player On October 31, 1950, Earl Lloyd became the first Black player to play in an NBA game. Facing racism and segregation, he paved the way for every Black athlete who followed. #HiddenHistory, #BlackHistory, #EarlLloyd, #NBALegends, #BasketballHistory, #DidYouKnow, #HistoryShorts Earl Lloyd first Black NBA player, Washington Capitols history, NBA integration 1950, hidden Black sports history | Black History Unfiltered

Over 75 years ago, Earl Lloyd made history as the first Black player to appear in an NBA game. His legacy continues to shape the league today. This Sunday, the Bucks and Celtics tip off Black History Month and celebrate NBA Pioneers Day with the inaugural NBA Pioneers Classic, honoring the legacy of the league’s first Black players 👏 | NBA on ESPN