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October 31, 1950 · Sports, Integration & Professional Leadership

Earl Lloyd Entered an NBA Game and History

The Washington Capitols forward became the first African American to play in an NBA game—one member of a pioneering group that changed professional basketball.

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Then

Professional basketball excluded Black players even as Black teams and college athletes demonstrated excellence.

Now

Lloyd's first appearance is remembered alongside the distinct breakthroughs of Chuck Cooper and Nat Clifton.

Next

Access should lead beyond participation to authority, ownership, and leadership throughout the game.

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