On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Ice Cube, the iconic artist, actor, and co-founder of the BIG3 basketball league, reached another pinnacle in...
"The Hall of Fame team enjoyed meeting and honoring Ice Cube as we welcomed him to the Hall of Fame family. We look forward to utilizing Cube's platform in both entertainment and basketball to discover and celebrate people in challenged communities nationally who are using basketball as a lever to improve their neighborhoods, and more importantly, help guide young people by reinforcing positive life skills through their love of the game," adds John Doleva, President/CEO of Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Before the Hall of Fame ceremony, Cube received a warm welcome from CEO/President John Doleva and enjoyed a two-day celebration, including a tour of the recently renovated Hall of Fame and a visit to the Kobe Bryant exhibit.
Engaging with the Springfield community, Cube, and BIG3 Coach Nancy Lieberman participated in a basketball clinic for local children. The center court at Hoop Hall buzzed with excitement as Cube emphasized the importance of practice. Cube also visited Deberry Elementary School, offering an inspirational talk to the students.
The pinnacle of the celebration was Cube awarding the MVP at the 2024 Spalding Hoophall Classic game, a testament to his enduring legacy in basketball, entertainment, and community engagement. Alongside this honor, as a member of NWA, Cube will also receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.