Truly the definition of an NBA legend, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar still stands tall as the league’s all-time leading scorer. Although he retired over twenty years ago, his legacy has proven to be absolutely timeless. The fact is Abdul-Jabbar could have ridden off into the sunset after his playing days and let his astonishing NBA career simply speak for itself. Instead, he has continued to build up the accolades, becoming a filmmaker, a best-selling author, and was most recently appointed a U.S. Cultural Ambassador. Though he cemented his basketball legacy as a member of the Bucks and Lakers, it’s worth noting the six-time NBA champion and M.V.P. grew up and learned the game in the heart of New York City. This week, the legend returned to his hometown to promote some of his off-the-court ventures. Abdul-Jabbar took time to reflect upon his fond memories of growing up in the Big Apple, saying, “I realized very early in life that basketball was a blood sport by growing up here. I got recru...
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