The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has honored Ice Cube by naming an award after him.

Hall of Fame honors Ice Cube with new award recognizing achievement in entertainment and basketball.

November 16th 2023.

The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame has honored Ice Cube by naming an award after him.
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced an award to honor the rapper-turned-actor/director Ice Cube. On November 13th, the inaugural Ice Cube Impact Award will recognize Ice Cube's journey and impact on the basketball community.

Ice Cube's BIG3 three-on-three basketball league has given a platform to Hall of Famers, world champions, and All-Stars to play and coach. Thanks to this, players and coaches have seen a resurgence in their careers. Lisa Leslie, a WNBA Hall of Famer, has won titles in the league and has been named Coach of the Year for the BIG3.

The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame is a museum and hall of fame dedicated to the preservation and promotion of basketball's history. They have praised Ice Cube for his commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity in sport, alongside his dedication to community activism.

Speaking on the award, Ice Cube said, “The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Award named in my honor is truly remarkable. I'm grateful for this recognition from such a prestigious organization. Having an award bearing my name only reinforces my commitment to advancing inclusivity and equal opportunity in sports, and my dedication to community activism."

The Ice Cube Impact Award is a recognition of the power of basketball and its impact on communities worldwide. With this award, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is honoring Ice Cube's undeniable passion for basketball and his desire to see it used as a catalyst for positive change.

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