Ernie Johnson

The NBA Reflects on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The efforts and sacrifices of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. still live in the hearts of countless pro athletes to this day. Several prominent figures in the NBA have shared how Dr. King made a significant impact on their lives.

Zion Williamson speaks with #NBATogether with Ernie Johnson on his mother, learning from Coach K, and competing for Rookie of the Year

In this time isolation Williamson has been watching The Last Dance on ESPN. What he finds most interesting watching Michael Jordan’s documentary is the type of leader he was. “The one thing he said that stands out is he plays like somebody is watching for the first time and doesn’t want to disappoint. You never get a second chance for a first impression. For him to play with that mindset throughout his career says a lot about him.”