Noah's most prominent involvement with the community is his Noah's Arc Foundation, which helps children develop a stronger sense of self. They recently launched an anti-violence initiative called Rock Your Drop: The Drop of Consciousness. It lets young people know it's better to express themselves through sports and art than picking up violent habits.
This award shows how far Noah has come from the guy who used to bring out hand pistols after making a great play, usually when hitting a big shot. The Sandy Hook shooting made him realize it's not okay to simulate guns, especially in a city with a big gun problem like Chicago. Now, he's making anti-violence videos and setting up youth basketball tournaments. That's a man you want on your team.
We can't avoid talking about how his knee surgery has affected his play. Many are speculating that at age 30, he's at the point where it will bother him for the rest of his career. His time in the NBA might even be shortened by it. Still, there's no way the Bulls would be in their current position with his leadership.
His teammates and coaches thrive off how he opens himself up emotionally. Everyone else thrives off his concern that young people will grow up to have a full and happy life. Regardless of the player, you have to admire the person. Wherever he goes after basketball is sure to be a good place because he's creating many potential opportunities for himself.
If he plays a key role in Game 6 on Thursday, that could mean great things for the Bulls. Until then, congrats to Jo. He definitely deserved this.
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