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Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr has provided more insight with regards to the nationwide protests resulting from the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minnesota police last week. Kerr has spoken out about his thoughts on how the younger generation of our society provides for a potentially bright future ahead. The […]

Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki aired his support for victims of racism and social injustice, following the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis Police officer. In a lengthy Twitter post on Tuesday, the retired German superstar called for an overdue change in society. Nowitzki also pledged to help out an […]

As the USA – as well as the rest of the world – protests the unjust killing of 46-year-old George Floyd, many sports franchises have spoken up about the inequality that exists in the country. Now, the New England Patriots have joined the protests and took a stand. The Patriots released a lengthy statement from […]

Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony was angered by President Donald Trump’s declaration to send in the military to defuse the tension surrounding George Floyd’s unjust death. The 10-time All-Star took to Instagram to air his grievances, particularly with how the National Guard is now at war with the civilians. “America is being destroyed and […]

Retired NBA small forward Stephen Jackson has been a recognizable face among protests denouncing the lack of police accountability during countless deaths of people of color while in law enforcement detainment. Jackson, 42, was a friend of Houston native George Floyd, the latest African-American fatality in police custody when the Minneapolis resident asphyxiated under the […]

Rate, review, and subscribe to Establish the Pass on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. Apple Podcasts link: Episode 74 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Spotify Podcasts link: Episode 74 of the Establish the Pass Podcast Establish the Pass Podcast Episode 74 – Blake Lovell and Dillon Reagan pause their series on the one burning […]

Deshaun Watson is a leader amongst men for the Houston Texans, and that holds true off of the field as well. While everyone continues to have a heavy heart of the death of George Floyd, Watson attended a march in Houston led by Floyd’s family. Texans’ QB Deshaun Watson attended today’s march in Houston that […]

Buffalo Bills cornerback Josh Norman isn’t known as someone who typically holds his tongue, The veteran cornerback has been known as a fiery competitor and vocal teammate. With the recent killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery and many others, the 32-year-old has shifted his vocal personality towards fighting racial inequality and police brutality in the […]

Mike Vrabel has been able to unite the locker room of the Tennessee Titans in his first few seasons. Now, he’s hopeful that during these trying times that everyone can unite with one ‘common goal’. “By listening and understanding those thoughts and feelings, how they feel, has helped me recognize I think what’s important, and […]

Several NFL teams have released statements recently regarding the death of George Floyd and the ongoing police brutality protests happening around the country. However, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay has taken the opportunity to turn the recent tragic events into a learning experience for him and his team. Per Greg Beachem of the […]

Former Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin is ready for change. In an interview with Mike Jones of USA Today, the 14-year NFL veteran spoke on the recent racial injustices in the country including the case of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery as well what he wants people to get out of the tragic situation […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr apparently wasn’t moved by President Donald Trump’s photo in front of St. John’s Church amid nearby protests of racial injustice on Monday. The Warriors coach tweeted the image of Trump holding a Bible with quite the sarcastic caption: I feel so much better seeing him hold the Bible. […]

Utah Jazz All-Star center Rudy Gobert doesn’t have time for “dumb f**ks” these days. The reigning two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year destroyed a troll on Twitter who was being negative after Gobert quote tweeted a post about equality: It’s not about me you dumb fuck, it’s about the ones that don’t have a […]

The New York Knicks’ team Instagram account decided to participate in “Blackout Tuesday,” posting this black square image in solidarity with those fighting racial injustice: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA747TPFQd7/ The post comes one day after an internal email leaked from Madison Square Garden CEO and New York Knicks principal owner James Dolan explaining the company’s laughable decision to […]

Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens wrote a powerful letter to his players amid the George Floyd protests taking place across America. Celtics small forward Jaylen Brown, shooting guard Marcus Smart and big man Enes Kanter have peacefully protested the death of Floyd. Stevens’ letter to his entire team following protests across the country is […]

Former NBA player Stephen Jackson challenged professional athletes to hold sports executives “accountable” for using their status to ignite meaningful change and help improve racial inequities. Addressing his “NFL homies, my NBA homies, and my Major League Baseball homies,” Jackson said “it’s time to hold our owners, GMs, vice presidents, everybody at the top, accountable.” […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is tired of the extreme clout-chasing era of social media, as many influencers are promoting their content out of the ribs of recent riots. People from all over the country have protested the murder of George Floyd, a 46-year-old African American who was a victim of police brutality in […]

While the world continues to mourn the death of George Floyd, some of the NFL’s biggest names have expressed their opinions on the matter. Jamal Adams, the All-Pro safety for the New York Jets, shared his passionate plea following the death of Floyd, via his official Twitter account. pic.twitter.com/HmiM3HL3N5 — Jamal Adams (@Prez) June 1, […]

DeSean Jackson decided to give an emotional speech to the Philadelphia Eagles during their team meeting on Monday, igniting others to speak up. Following Jackson’s speech on racial injustices, Jason Kelce took to Instagram to express his opinion on George Floyd’s wrongful murder. https://www.instagram.com/p/CA6PPKXnekN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link It’s apparent that whatever Jackson shared during the team meeting prompted […]

It’s evident that changes need to be made to the system that has treated people of color unjustly following the tragic murder of George Floyd. As a result of what has transpired this past week, New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis is calling for policing policies to change. While making an appearance on NFL Network, […]

The New Orleans Pelicans are taking the next step in fighting all forms of racism in the wake of the recent death of George Floyd, as well as several other acts of oppression that has mired the nation of late. The organization has just announced that they will be establishing a Social Justice Leadership Coalition […]

Despite some of the protests in the nation turning ugly, residents of LA continue to honor the late Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna by respecting the sanctity of several murals spread across the city. Vandals have attacked several shops and businesses throughout the city, but they’ve made sure to steer […]

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal reacted to Donald Trump’s speech on Monday in which the President announced that he will mobilize military personnel to stop those who continue to protest unjust police treatment of black people. Rallies expressing outrage over the killing of George Floyd continued into their seventh day. Speaking Monday afternoon at the […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young is only 21 years old, but he’s already showing impressive leadership skills in the community. Young participated in a rally in his hometown of Norman, Oklahoma on Monday — one of the various demonstrations taking place across the nation in response to the death of George Floyd. The Hawks point […]

A growing group of athletes and sports figures has voiced a stance on the unlawful killing of George Floyd. Mark Davis, the owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, is anxious to find ‘solutions’ after watching the video of Floyd’s death. In a statement on the team’s official site, Mark Davis is calling for changes to […]

Philadelphia 76ers forward Tobias Harris had some strong words for Odell Beckham Jr. in response to the comments the Cleveland Browns wide receiver made amid the protests over George Floyd’s killing. Beckham Jr. pushed back against criticisms placed onto people who chose to remain silent during the turbulent times of racial unrest, saying that it’s […]

On the latest episode of The Life Podcast with Anthony Morrow and Justin Jack, Golden State Warriors superstar point guard Stephen Curry spoke about the tragic murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests across the country. Curry is tired of police brutality against African Americans and wants people to “get uncomfortable” in order to enact […]

Toronto Raptors point guard Fred VanVleet says people are tired of racism, and he believes the tragic death of George Floyd has pushed people to a “boiling point.” Floyd was killed in Minnesota by a police officer, who has since been charged with third-degree murder. All across America, there are protests going on. VanVleet says […]

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich has now joined the growing number of NFL coaches and players to speak out on the recent racial injustices affecting the country. Reich spoke to the country via a Zoom call on the Colts Twitter page where he spoke on the recent deaths of George Floyd and many others. […]

Atlanta Hawks All-Star point guard Trae Young is organizing a peaceful protest in his home state of Oklahoma. Young is the latest NBA player who has peacefully protested the tragic death of George Floyd in Minnesota: Walk with me. 2 o’clock. Andrews Park. #BlackLivesMatter #PeacefulProtest 🗣🗣 — Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) June 1, 2020 With the […]

As an African American at a position historically filled by white men, Seattle Seahawks star quarterback Russell Wilson knows first hand the state of injustice in the country. On Monday, Wilson joined many other NFL players and coaches in releasing a statement regarding the recent death of unarmed black man George Floyd as well as […]

Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has joined countless other NFL players and coaches in showing support for the family of George Floyd. As an unarmed black man killed by the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department, Floyd’s death has sparked protests across the country and has had many call for a change of […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has had it with President Donald Trump, and he showed so in his latest rant against No. 45. The longtime Spurs helmsman picked apart Trump’s lack of leadership, calling him “deranged” and insane for being unwilling to do the bare minimum to unify the country. Via Dave Zirin […]

As one of the most powerful and influential people in all of professional sports, many look to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell to set an example. With the death of unarmed black man George Floyd sparking protests across the country, Goodell took the opportunity to address the situation and many other similar situations in a statement: […]

The Dallas Mavericks recently posted the organization’s official statement with regard to the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police last Monday. Unfortunately, it is not completely clear what the Mavs are trying to say here. Almost every team in the NBA has come out with their own statement on the issues […]

Five-time NBA champ and Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman was a troublemaker during his time in the league — there’s no denying that. However, the 59-year-old has taken a rather different approach with regards to his stance on the looting and rioting brought about by the protests brought about by George Floyd’s death at the […]

The National Basketball Coaches Association is establishing a committee of coaches that will strive to “work in our NBA cities with local leaders, officials and law enforcement agencies to create positive change in our communities,” according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Atlanta Hawks head coach Lloyd Pierce is leading the charge on this initiative, which will […]

Denver Broncos free safety Justin Simmons ditched the tape and pads for a microphone on Sunday, joining hundreds of other protestors in Stuart, Florida. Simmons is one of many athletes to step up to make use of their platform to battle racial injustice and police brutality in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. The Broncos […]

As the world continues to reel from the tragic death of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger joined many other athletes across multiple sports in issuing a statement. “The cruelty and injustice must stop, racism must end, and love must find a way […]