The Captain Has Heart
by Net Income on Nov 2, 2010 10:28 AM EDT
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PrintDevin Harris has been named this year's recipient of the Thurman Munson Award, given to professional athletes to recognize their charitable efforts. The previous winners read like anyone's Hall of Fame roster: Willis Reed, Yogi Berra, Muhammad Ali, Walt "Clyde" Frazier, Mariano Rivera. For Harris, it's a singular honor, one that ranks up there with his professional honors.
His foundation, 34 Ways to Assist, has worked with young people in crisis: Make-a-Wish, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, and most recently the Eric LeGrand Believe Foundation. He sees it as his personal calling.
"Not everyone is obligated — it doesn’t work that way," Harris tells Dave D'Alessandro when asked about why he's so active. "It might not be how you were raised, or how your DNA is configured. And that’s fine. That’s your prerogative. I just can’t be that way."
- Nets' Devin Harris as talented as they come, but his humanity sets him apart - Dave D'Alessandro - Star-Ledger
- NETS: Co-Captain Harris to Receive Thurman Munson Award - New Jersey Nets
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We hate on Devin so much..
… but this guy was an all star, he’s a good person, and anywhere btwn the 8th and 12th best point guard in the league. He’s still young and has a manageable contract to boot.
congrats devin
41-41. Book it!
All class
Glad he’s started out so well.
Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
by eLonepb on Nov 2, 2010 9:44 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
One little thing I have noticed about Devin
Going to games during the Devin years I have noticed something small but says a lot about his character. Whenever the NETS come out of the tunnel whether it was at Izod or now at Prudential. He ALWAYS and I do mean always (I have been near the tunnel courtside about 20 times in the last 2 seasons…and once this season near the tunnel) high fives as many people as he can on his way out. Most players just walk by, maybe give a bump hear or there but Devin actually initiates contact (like he does on the court lol) with the fans. Its something really small but I have noticed it since he has been here and its awesome to have a character guy like that on our team.
by Christopher Manchesi on Nov 2, 2010 9:51 AM EDT reply actions
Brook strikes me as shy
not entirely outgoing, possibly nervous before games. That doesn’t surprise me much. What would surprise me is if Terrence Williams didn’t high 5.
Very impressive
Congratulations and my admiration to the young man.
by mt57 on Nov 2, 2010 10:02 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Kudos to Devin
Glad your on our side…your positives out weigh your negatives ten-fold…congratulations!
You've gone a million miles... How far'd you get
To that place where you can't remember... And you can't forget
Go Devin
See, this is the type of character I want on our team. Not a lousy spoiled egotistical prima donna like Melo. Someone who is actually human and feels a connection to his fellow man kind. Congratulations Mr. Harris.
by adronaline on Nov 2, 2010 10:09 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Class
Devin is a first class talent off the court and evolving once again into a first class talent on the court. Congrats.
nice.. harris definitely deserves some more love on and off the court. i’m glad he’s our pg.
Section 4 Row 7 @ Prudential
by swampass on Nov 2, 2010 10:55 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Im Sick of Everyone Hating on Devin...
2 years ago, Devin was emerging as the face of our franchise, a 25yr old, all-star point guard and he had an off year last season due to injuries and never fully recovered. Now he is playing like he was in the 2008-2009 season, agressive and being a leader on teh floor and is playing like he has something to prove and avery is gonna bring out the best in him.
I am tired of hearing that Nets fans are willing to throw him in any deal as if he some washed up player. The guy is 27, our captain, and has the ability to be an all star again and a top 7 point guard in this league. Not to mention the great charity work and being a genuinely good person.
Lets start supporting Devin this year, and stop consistently putting him in trade rumors, and put him down if he comes up short in one game. He needs our support and he deserves it.
Good for Devin!
The only place he’s more generous is on the defensive end! ZING!
But seriously… Congrats to Devin and his charity.
by JohnFromLongIsland on Nov 2, 2010 11:03 AM EDT via mobile reply actions
I thought Devin was mostly a me first jerk...
But this news changes my opinion of him and I have much more respect and sympathy for him now…Stay healthy and keep focused Devin…
"Expectation is the root of all heartache"
off the court the dude has been awesome
"I would be THRILLED to lose Lopez." - Tim823
"One of the worst C's in the League" - Tim823
by MrDollarBills on Nov 2, 2010 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions
devin is a stand-up dude...
but i don’t think he’s an all-star caliber PG. not in this league. and not with the pieces he has around him.
if hes not than who is in the east???
mo williams!?!?!?, brandon jennings!?!?!, i think not
good look Harris
keep up the good work man. hope the Nets keep you. May God continue to Bless you and your NBA journey
Devin Harris is class epidomized....
not just on the court, but off. Had the pleasure of meeting the guy several times, from the moment he shakes your hand…..he’s nothing but a professional of life.
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