Los Angeles Clippers players from then and now expressed their thoughts on the tragic passing of Muhammad Ali via social media.
Social justice figure and legendary boxer Muhammad Ali died this weekend, which sent the sports world into a somber mood.
The Los Angeles Clippers players posted on social media in his honor. Some shared quotes and others shared pictures. Ali’s impact on the Clippers should not come as a surprise considering he impacted the entire sports world and American society.
Cole Aldrich shared a wall tribute that already hung in his home.
Meanwhile, Clippers head coach Doc Rivers sent us on a throwback to Ali’s days as a boxer, with the reasons why he was so inspirational to him.
The above photos show Ali as one of the greatest and prettiest boxers ever.
Of course, the Clippers’ biggest star probably shared the best photo. Chris Paul posted a picture of himself with Ali at an All-Star game.
Wise words shared in the above Instagram post from two of the greatest of all-time.
Added, three-time Sixth Man of The Year Jamal Crawford probably shared the most insightful post on Ali as a boxer and figure for change.
He transcended sport, race, age, money, fame. He was one of one. Never seen one like him, nor one after. RIPCHAMP. pic.twitter.com/UHdyQHaHnF
— 🏁 Jamal Crawford (@JCrossover) June 4, 2016
No one could say it better than Crawford did as he shared the picture above of Ali at a dinner counter. Crawford’s tweet summed up Ali as an athlete and public figure.
Some other notable Clippers alumni shared posts of Ali.
Willie Green and Shaun Livingston remember him with the same quote.
"I hated every minute of training, but I said...Don't Quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion! #TheGreatest #RIPAli
— Shaun Livingston (@ShaunLivingston) June 4, 2016
Clippers great and current Wake Forest coach Danny Manning shared his thoughts.
Obviously, Ali’s impact was seen across sports. Clearly, he made an impact on the NBA and sports as a whole.
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Ali’s legacy will continue on in these Clippers players and the entire sports world.