The NBA is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a video called "Barrier Breakers" showcasing many of the league's firsts including the first out gay player Jason Collins.
The NBA has a strong history of firsts when it comes to breaking down racial barriers and proverbial glass ceilings. In this spot, we explore the strides made within the NBA that not only embody Martin Luther King Jr.'s “I Have a Dream” speech, but the overall guiding principles of the Civil Rights movement.
Watch the powerful clip, AFTER THE JUMP…
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