Chuck Cooper broke historic NBA barriers with the Boston Celtics. The Duquesne alum was the first Black player drafted into the NBA in the history of the then still-young league, picked up by the ...

Chuck Cooper, Nathaniel “Sweetwater” Clifton and Earl Lloyd, the league’s first Black players, will be celebrated in 2025-26. Official release The NBA plans to pay tribute to (from left) Chuck Cooper, ...

Jaylen Brown tells the story of how Chuck Cooper dealt with racism at the time with the help of his coach and teammates.

In honor of MLK Day, NBA players reflect on the importance of helping build a community shaped by love, compassion and kindness. The NBA celebrates the importance of speaking up, using your voice for ...