A Fine Clip Honoring NBA Pioneer Clifton

On February 14, 2011, in Community, Culture, History, NBA, Race, Video, by Black Fives

This fine clip from ESPN.com honors Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton, one of the first three African Americans to play in the NBA. Clifton played for the New York Rens and the Harlem Globetrotters before signing with the Knicks in 1950.

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How To Pre-Order Claude’s New Book!

On December 16, 2010, in , by Black Fives

This definitive new indie book about the Black Fives Era is filled with the best stories, photographs, retro gear, trivia, memorabilia, and lessons surrounding the pioneers who paved the way for today’s game.

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Chuck Cooper Classic Tips Off Tomorrow

On December 3, 2009, in Basic, Community, History, NBA, Race, by Black Fives

In 1950, Cooper, a Pittsburgh resident and Duquesne University graduate became the first African-American selected in the NBA Draft.

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