Legends of the sport gathered to commemorate the historic event.
Hardwood hero and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Earl “the Pearl” Monroe celebrated the biggest achievement of his prestigious career this morning in the South Bronx.
After opening the Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School (EMNRBS) in September 2021, the former New York Knicks star broke ground on a new building set to open in January 2026. With the help of several iconic faces, Monroe ushered in a new era on 647 Elton Avenue.
Prominent Knicks figures Walt “Clyde” Frazier, current head coach Tom Thibodeau and three-time All-Star Julius Randle joined NBA commissioner Adam Silver to pledge support for the eventual five-story 67,000-square-foot landmark.