Anyone familiar with this Earl Monroe Winston-Salem postcard?

[Michael B]

Originally Posted by Peter_Spaeth

From his "Black Jesus" days. I don't think that would have worked in the NBA but "the Pearl" was itself a great nickname. Watch his highlights on Youtube, he was phenomenal.

He was also called "Black Magic". I believe he earned that name in the Charles Baker Memorial League aka Sonny Hill League in Philadelphia.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Michael B

He was also called "Black Magic". I believe he earned that name in the Charles Baker Memorial League aka Sonny Hill League in Philadelphia.

There's a great story in Kareem's booking about a trip he made to the Philly playgrounds and encountering Monroe. Kareem didn't know who he was at the time. People watching the game are chanting "Black Jesus" after every great Monroe move.

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by Michael B

He was also called "Black Magic". I believe he earned that name in the Charles Baker Memorial League aka Sonny Hill League in Philadelphia.

There's a great story in Kareem's book about a trip he made to the Philly playgrounds and encountering Monroe. Kareem didn't know who he was at the time. People watching the game are chanting "Black Jesus" after every great Monroe move. You read of course about Baylor's moves, but I think it can fairly be said Monroe was the first to really inject playground style into the NBA. And of course he could do it because along with all that flash, he was a solid fundamental player.

[Goudey]

Anyone ever date this postcard. Curious if it’s pre 68 as well.