FIRST WORD

IT’S DEFINITELY AN AWARD NOT ONLY FOR MYSELF AND MY FOUNDATION BUT ALL MY KIDS THAT ARE A PART OF MY PROGRAM AND ALL THE PEOPLE THAT LOOK UP TO ME. IT’S THEIR AWARD FOR SURE.”

The Cavaliers’ LeBron James on Sunday, after the Professional Basketball Writers Association awarded him the 2016-17 J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award for his work to help children in the classroom. The award goes to an NBA player, coach or trainer for outstanding service and dedication to the community.