The Dallas Mavericks saw one of their players honored with a prestigious award on Sept. 6. Backup point guard J.J. Barea received the Mannie Jackson Human Spirit Award at the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA.
The award is given to the people in basketball who are dedicated to community service and helping others. Barea earned the honor for his massive contributions to his native Puerto Rico after the devastating hurricane. Three people earn the award every year. Joining Barea were Tina Charles and Boris Diaw.