Whether it’s figuratively playing the role of Santa at an annual holiday event, bowling with youngsters inside a local alley, or hosting a pizza party for kids, many of Anthony Davis’ frequent charitable events are centered on working with New Orleans children. It’s a segment of the community the three-time All-Star has particularly enjoyed connected with since coming to the Crescent City in 2012.
“It’s important to me because a lot of kids are coming from single-parent homes, which is tough especially when it’s multiple of them,” Davis said. “I love kids and I love seeing them smile when I walk in the room and they get all excited to see me.