CHICAGO (AP) -- Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah won the J. Walter Kennedy Award, given annually to an NBA player, coach or trainer for community service.
The two-time All-Star was selected by the Pro Basketball Writers Association for his work with youth. His Noah's Arc Foundation recently launched the ''Rock Your Drop: The Drop of Consciousness'' anti-violence initiative, supporting those impacted by violence and encouraging youngsters to express themselves through sports and art.
The foundation recently produced a video featuring those who lost loved ones. Teammates Derrick Rose and Taj Gibson have contributed to the project.