New York Rens — Andscape

BIO MUHAMMAD ALI-FOREMAN

Hall of Fame inductee Zack Clayton was not only a hoops star, but also reffed the Rumble in the Jungle

He played both basketball and baseball before his long career in the ring

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When the first all-black professional basketball team dominated … back in the ’20s

‘They were literally pioneers and recognized that they were making a statement in front of the audiences.’

By Rhiannon Walker

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Memphis Red Sox Dugout

On this day in black history: It’s time for some Negro League baseball, opera performances surface and finally a professional basketball team

Black History Month: The Undefeated edition Feb. 13

By Maya A. Jones

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Coach Bob Douglas and his New York Rens changed how basketball was played

The legendary coach made it into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame 45 years ago

7 years ago Sports