The Golden State Warriors lead the NBA in wins, points and public criticisms of President Donald J. Trump.
They invited the president's ire when they, the reigning champions, declined a presumptive invitation to visit the White House. They rejected his vitriol over national anthem protests to galvanize support for quarterback Colin Kaepernick.
On Veterans Day, Stephen Curry, a two-time Most Valuable Player and idol to basketball's youngest fans, furthered his support for player protests with an essay.
On Martin Luther King Day, Kevin Durant, another MVP, told the Mercury News "we're in a dark place as a nation," and players have the opportunity to lead "people into the right direction.