Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts brought out the best in Houstonians, ranging from first responders to public officials and even our very own Houston athletes.
Houston Rockets guard and MVP frontrunner James Harden is currently one of five finalists for the J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award, which is presented annually to a player, coach or athletic trainer who demonstrates outstanding service and dedication to their community. Harden is being recognized for assisting the Houston community through charitable donations and community service in the wake of Harvey’s destruction.
Members of the Professional Basketball Writers Association vote on the award’s winner.