– Young Recognized for Expanding Educational, Food Access and Youth Development Opportunities in Washington, D.C., and Oklahoma – NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced that Washington Wizards guard Trae Young has been named the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award Read more…
– Robinson Recognized for Commitment to Youth Mental Health and Wellness, Supporting Stroke Recovery and Expanding Community Access Across Detroit – NEW YORK, May 7, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Detroit Pistons guard Duncan Robinson as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award Read more…
– Rollins Recognized for Season-Long Literacy Initiative, Support of Justice-Impacted Youth and Commitment to Inclusive Youth Basketball – NEW YORK, April 10, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award winner for the Read more…
– Towns Recognized for Digital Coat Drive, Global Youth Development Efforts and Continued Social Justice Leadership – NEW YORK, March 24, 2026 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) today announced New York Knicks center and NBPA Vice President Karl‑Anthony Towns as the NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Read more…