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Race and ethnicity in the NBA

The NBA (National Basketball Association) is a professional basketball league with teams made up of players from all different backgrounds. Race and ethnicity refer to the different groups of people who live in a certain area or come from certain backgrounds. In the NBA, there are players from many different races and ethnicities, which makes it a very diverse league. Some of the common races and ethnicities of NBA players include African American, Asian, Hispanic, and White. Each race or ethnicity has their own unique style and skill level that they bring to the game. Some players come from countries all around the world, making the NBA even more diverse. The NBA also has a program called “Black Lives Matter” that gives recognition to African American players for their contributions to the game. This program helps to make sure that all players, regardless of race or ethnicity, are seen as equal and receive the same opportunities.