Throughout the calendar year, very few issues have captured the nation’s attention quite like gun violence. From social media to media outlets, the United States of America has become consumed with anger over the consistency with which lives are being taken.
The NBA doesn’t plan to sit idly as it happens.
The Association has launched a joint campaign with Everytown for Gun Safety. The mission is to bring awareness to the prevalence of gun violence, and to advise troubled men and women on the need to avoid these murderous acts.
One of the players who has opted to take a stand is New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony.