Another day, another Bruin gets a top honor. Just a day or two after Bruin Dave Roberts gets named National League Manager of the Year, another Bruin trumps that award with an even more prestigious one — Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has been selected by President Barack Obama as a recipient of the 2016 Presidential Medal of Freedom.
This Award is designated for people who have contributed greatly to society, World Peace, culture, etc., and Abdul-Jabbar definitely deserves it. Not only has he entertained millions with his Hall of Fame Basketball career, but he has also had success with acting, and especially with his WRITING.