Bob Cousy Recalls Fighting Racism and Playing with Chuck Cooper

Basketball legend Bob Cousy recounted his experiences fighting racism and supporting Chuck Cooper, the first African American player in the NBA, during their time together on the Boston Celtics.

11 Jul, 12:00 — 11 Jul, 12:00

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Bob Cousy on fighting racism, playing with Chuck Cooper on the Boston Celtics

Cooz (as Cousy was often called for a nickname) had Cooper's back when the ugly face of racism reared in their day.

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