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She was known in her community for being selfless and volunteering.
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Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The annual award recognizes the player deemed the best teammate based on selfless play, on- and off-court leadership as a mentor and role model to other NBA players, and commitment and dedication to team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
Two first responders who were strangers are now forever connected — not by their jobs, but by a selfless organ donation.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
As the siege escalates, loyalties are tested and selfless sacrifices are made, leading to a desperate fight for survival where not everyone will emerge alive.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
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Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
The annual award recognizes the player deemed the best teammate based on selfless play, on- and off-court leadership as a mentor and role model to other NBA players, and commitment and dedication to team.
—Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
Two first responders who were strangers are now forever connected — not by their jobs, but by a selfless organ donation.
—David Begnaud, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
As the siege escalates, loyalties are tested and selfless sacrifices are made, leading to a desperate fight for survival where not everyone will emerge alive.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
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“Selfless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/selfless. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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