Established in 2023 by the United Nations, #WorldBasketballDay is observed annually on Dec. 21, the date Dr. James Naismith first introduced the game of basketball at the YMCA in Springfield, Mass., in 1891, and celebrates cross-cultural unity through a shared passion for the game and the values it represents. As we get ready to celebrate the day, our players have some words of encouragement for the next generation of hoopers. Learn More: https://link.nba.com/WorldB_FB | NBA