This was the perfect time for former Memphis Grizzlies star Matt Barnes to revisit his childhood. Family comes first for the 43-year-old and his mother tops the list always for shaping his career. It has been over 16 years since Ann Barnes died, and her son shared a wholesome throwback picture in honor of her birthday. Well, this will be a day to remember for Barnes, as it is not just his mother’s birthday, but also a special day in his sister’s life. 

Barnes shared an old picture of him, his sister Danielle Barnes, his brother James Barnes, and his mother Ann sitting by a pool having a pleasant time. He wrote in the captions, “Happy Heavenly Birthday to my Mom, it’s been 16yrs but it feels like yesterday“. He added, “And Congratulations to my little sister @_danni_barnes for getting baptized today…Very special moment, glad I was able to be a part of it…Out w the old bullshit & in comes the new blessings & beginnings. Love you.”

Ann Barnes passed away on 27 November 2007. She was a cancer patient and the deadly disease took her life too early, which was devastating for the Barnes crew. The NBA champion has done a lot in honor of his family, but the famous movement he started to support his mother is unmatched. 

A look into Matt Barnes’s ‘Athletes vs Cancer’

This was a movement that was started by Barnes with a motive to support Ann Barnes. Anyhow, it has turned into a bigger responsibility now. The ‘Athletes vs Cancer‘ is a non-profit organization that aims at making the lives of cancer survivors and families affected by it better. Barnes shared the idea behind this motive, “I started ‘Athletes vs Cancer’ as a way to honor my mother, but now giving back has become a part of who I am, and more importantly, this is a key value I hope to pass on to my own sons.”

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The 43-year-old has actively taken part in raising funds for this noble cause. This program is especially for young children who are affected by cancer. Barnes along with his team have already changed the lives of many, but there is more to come. 

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Mothers always bring the best out of their soon. Ann Barnes continues to do it, even after her demise. What are your thoughts on the above story?