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Boston Celtics alum Evan Turner and Andre Iguodala explain the origins of Juneteenth

If you happen to be a fan of the Boston Celtics (or any team in the NBA) and are still not quite sure what Juneteenth is, what it celebrates, or how to commemorate it properly, former Celtics assistant coach and player Evan Turner and Golden State Warriors veteran win Andre Iguodala put together a clip breaking it down for us on their “Point Forward” podcast.

The duo discusses the origins and significance of Juneteenth, a Federal holiday in the U.S. commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. They highlight the historical background, initial celebrations in Texas, and the commercialization of Juneteenth in the 1920s and 1930s.

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Iggy and ET also mention the importance of spreading awareness, celebrating, educating, and agitating for change.

To learn more about Juneteenth for yourself, take a look at the clip embedded above.

Listen to the “Celtics Lab” podcast on:

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3zBKQY6

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3GfUPFi

YouTube: https://bit.ly/3F9DvjQ

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