Controversial former NBA player says Colin Kaepernick had ‘the greatest freedom’ he ever felt after anthem protests
Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf refused to stand for the national anthem in 1996, for which he was fined and suspended.Colin Kaepernick revived the protest and became its face when he took a knee during the national anthem 20 years later.The former NBA player said he met with Kaepernick during the height of the Kaepernick protests. Despite all the backlash Kaepernick faced, he felt at peace.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM In this Sept. 12, 2016 file photo, San Francisco 49ers safety Eric Reid (35) and quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) kneel during the national anthem before an NFL football game. .…
