July 4, 2021

Ben Wallace’s jersey retirement night was kicked off in epic ‘Mason’ fashion [Video]

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21 years ago today, the Detroit Pistons acquired Ben Wallace.

21 years ago today, the Detroit #Pistons acquired @FearTheFro.

"So, what a great example for our players, for the league, for the young players coming up to have a guy like Ben as an example – and then get elected to the Hall of Fame." pic.twitter.com/U5jEBGTxOT

— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) July 4, 2021

Back in January of 2016, four-time Defensive Player of the Year Ben Wallace was on hand at the Palace of Auburn Hills to watch his No. 3 honorably rise to the rafters during a special halftime ceremony.

Here is the intro by the great Mason.

Here is the entire video for your viewing pleasure.

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