Basketball Hall of Famer Bob Cousy was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom yesterday at the White House. President Trump presented the “Houdini of the Hardwood” with the medal, and praised him for being not only an All Star basketball player, but also a “Voice against prejudice, racism, and bigotry." He said, "Bob was right at the forefront of combating racism within the league." Cousy tearfully accepted the award, watch the video.