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Charles Henry Cooper (September 29, 1926 – February 5, 1984) was an American professional basketball player. Cooper played college basketball for Duquesne University and was named an All-American. He was the first African-American to play in a college basketball game south of the Mason-Dixon line.
Sep 6, 2019 · Chuck Cooper, who joined the Boston Celtics in 1950, was honored by basketball legends from different eras at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. He was selected by the Early African-American Pioneers Committee, which also recognized other trailblazers of the game.
Aug 26, 2021 · Learn about Chuck Cooper, the All-American forward from Duquesne University who broke the NBA's color barrier in 1950. Find out how he played for the Boston Celtics, faced racism on the road and was inducted into the Hall of Fame.
- Missy Sullivan
Feb 10, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Charles \"Chuck\" Cooper, who broke the NBA's colour barrier in 1950 and became a pioneer for Black players. Read how he faced racism, overcame challenges and made an impact on and off the court.
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- Scott Rafferty
Learn about the life and career of Charles \"Chuck\" Cooper, the first African-American player to be drafted by an NBA team in 1950. He played for the Celtics, Globetrotters, Hawks, and Pistons, and faced racism and discrimination along the way.
Apr 25, 2020 · Chuck Cooper III, son of the first African-American player drafted by the NBA, shares his father's story and achievements in a new book. He also talks about the challenges and impact of being a trailblazer and a community leader.
