Open Thread: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Donates 900 Safety Goggles to UCLA Health
The Lakers’ legend gave a huge gift to support those on the frontline of the pandemic.
Another NBA legend has stepped up to help during the coronavirus pandemic.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar donated 900 sets of safety goggles to UCLA Health.
“I am honored to be able to use whatever resources I can to help UCLA Health continue its courageous and necessary work to protect the health of our community,” said Abdul-Jabbar.
Abdul-Jabbar was known for his trademark goggles during his stellar NBA career.
“On behalf of UCLA Health, I am honored and grateful to accept the generous donation of protective goggles from our friend, the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,” Dr. Esrailian said. “We are incredibly grateful for the recent outpouring of financial support and donations of supplies during this unprecedented time. #TeamLA is stronger than ever before thanks to all of you, and we will get through this together.”
You can see a video message to UCLA Health from the Airplane! actor here.
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Open Thread: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Donates 900 Safety Goggles to UCLA Health
Open Thread: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Donates 900 Safety Goggles to UCLA Health
