Mr. Abdul-Jabbar. You are an amazing writer. This is coming from a UCLA grad who took UCLA Freshman English his last quarter to graduate ( 5.5 years after starting UCLA during the summer). I hate reading and writing. I am a self-diagnosed dyslexic. But, your writing style speaks to me. I am an admire of you as an athlete, but more as a writer. I do not read books, as it is hard for me, I watch films and television. I am a huge Laker fan. So for me to say more about your writing , than your sports achievements is something. You were slightly to early for me while you were UCLA, But Bill Walton has a profound effect as a player to me as a 12 years old. Thank you for the above kind words on Bill. I read maybe 5 books over the last five years, but one of them was "On the Shoulders of Giants". Thank you for writing... Todd Fraser UCLA '81
I can’t express how much you, Bill Walton and Coach Wooden have influenced my life, a tiny little woman with a passing interest in basketball. Thanks for such a lovely appreciation.
Bill lived in my neighborhood in Cambridge MA during his Celtic days. I don’t remember having a conversation with him, but he had effortlessly made the place his own, riding around on his bike, doing his wash at the laundromat, and spreading good cheer. He had mastered the art of being outgoing and unassuming at the same time. It was wonderful having him as a Celtic, as wonderful as it was watching you and Dave Cowens battle for the NBA title a decade earlier. Kareem, thanks for being a treasure.
This is worth reading. Thank you for sharing some of your journey with us. I have aways admired and respected your character even though I am not an avid sports fan. I believe money has corrupted the sports world just like politics ect… I am looking forward forward to reading more of your writings.
two great souls
Beautiful, heartfelt!
A beautiful tribute from one wonderful human being to another who radiates so much beauty
What a wonderful, heartfelt tribute to your true friend. Thank you for sharing it with us. Peace.
Mr. Abdul-Jabbar. You are an amazing writer. This is coming from a UCLA grad who took UCLA Freshman English his last quarter to graduate ( 5.5 years after starting UCLA during the summer). I hate reading and writing. I am a self-diagnosed dyslexic. But, your writing style speaks to me. I am an admire of you as an athlete, but more as a writer. I do not read books, as it is hard for me, I watch films and television. I am a huge Laker fan. So for me to say more about your writing , than your sports achievements is something. You were slightly to early for me while you were UCLA, But Bill Walton has a profound effect as a player to me as a 12 years old. Thank you for the above kind words on Bill. I read maybe 5 books over the last five years, but one of them was "On the Shoulders of Giants". Thank you for writing... Todd Fraser UCLA '81
I adored Bill. He was so funny and smart and sweet, when he wanted to be. It’s such a loss.
Thank you. 😊
Beautiful tribute to an incredible human being ⭐️♥️⭐️
I can’t express how much you, Bill Walton and Coach Wooden have influenced my life, a tiny little woman with a passing interest in basketball. Thanks for such a lovely appreciation.
Bill lived in my neighborhood in Cambridge MA during his Celtic days. I don’t remember having a conversation with him, but he had effortlessly made the place his own, riding around on his bike, doing his wash at the laundromat, and spreading good cheer. He had mastered the art of being outgoing and unassuming at the same time. It was wonderful having him as a Celtic, as wonderful as it was watching you and Dave Cowens battle for the NBA title a decade earlier. Kareem, thanks for being a treasure.
Beautiful tribute
Moving story about 3 great men!
I watch the 4-7 year olds play basketball now. The coaches are compassionate and the kids build skills and knowledge of the game.
Last week my grandson, Ali, watched a 10 min video of Magic to Kareem. Basketball like life is about Us, not me.
I am impressed with the teepee.
Did you go to Dead shows with him?
This is worth reading. Thank you for sharing some of your journey with us. I have aways admired and respected your character even though I am not an avid sports fan. I believe money has corrupted the sports world just like politics ect… I am looking forward forward to reading more of your writings.