The NBA Cares Award is regarded as one of the most coveted honors that an NBA player can receive because finalists have chosen to dedicate their platform and career to a calling much greater than themselves.
For both the Mavericks and the NBA, the competition is always stiff because the league is woven with players dedicated to various organizations and causes around the world. The novel coronavirus and call for racial reform have created an atmosphere that makes this year’s award especially meaningful for players nominated by their organizations across the league.
“Our team is full of players who really care about the community,” said Hannah Sherertz, director of community relations for the Dallas Mavericks.