Chicago Bulls’ DeMar DeRozan Wins NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for March

DeMar DeRozan of the Chicago Bulls has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to mental health advocacy and youth support initiatives in Chicago. The NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for March was awarded to DeRozan for his efforts in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health challenges.

DeRozan’s “Dinners with DeMar” video series has featured conversations about mental health with current and former players such as Draymond Green, Damian Lillard, and Dwyane Wade. He has also partnered with Coffee, Hip-Hop & Mental Health (CHHAMH) to provide free therapy to those facing financial barriers in Chicago.

In addition to his mental health advocacy, DeRozan has actively supported youth in the Chicago community. He recently partnered with Make-A-Wish to provide a VIP experience for a child and his family, as well as hosting a young Bulls fan and cancer survivor on the team plane for an away game.

DeRozan’s efforts will be recognized during the April 17 Hawks-Bulls NBA Play-In Tournament game, where he will receive the David Robinson trophy from Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Artūras Karnišovas. The NBA Cares Bob Lanier Community Assist Award honors players who positively impact their communities, with each monthly winner receiving the David Robinson trophy and a donation to a charity or foundation of the player’s choice.