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Ben Wallace Bobblehead Night March 15th

March 6, 2019 - NBA G League (G League)
Grand Rapids Drive News Release


GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - The Grand Rapids Drive, the official NBA G League Affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, will host Ben Wallace Bobblehead Night presented by Lacks Enterprises, Inc. on Friday, March 15th when the team welcomes the Stockton Kings to town for a 7 p.m. matchup.

The first 1,000 fans will receive a limited-edition Ben Wallace bobblehead with doors set to open at 5:45 p.m.

The Drive will also debut special 'Fear the Fro' jerseys that pay homage to Detroit Pistons legend and Drive co-owner Ben Wallace. Fans will have the chance to bid on these game-worn jerseys throughout the evening with the highest bidders getting a post-game photograph with their player and the signed jersey following the game. All jersey proceeds will benefit Wedgwood Christian Services who will also be the night's 50/50 beneficiary.

"Lacks Enterprises, Inc. has been honored to partner with the Grand Rapids Drive for five years, each year hosting a theme night and supporting an amazing, local non-profit who is making a big difference in the West Michigan Community! This year we are thrilled to again highlight Wedgwood Christian Services and the many different ways that they tirelessly work toward the betterment of our community and the lives it serves," said Jenn Groendyke, Manager of Public Relations for Lacks. "Lacks is also very excited to work with the Drive to sponsor Ben Wallace Bobblehead Night! I know that we, our employees, and the community are so excited to have Mr. Wallace be a part of Grand Rapids and we're looking forward to a fun and exciting night!"

Fans currently have the chance to purchase Ben Wallace 3-Packs that include a special 'Fear the Fro' t-shirt and 3 tickets to any remaining Drive game. 3-Packs are $40 and can be purchased online at NBAGrandRapids.com or by calling the Drive's front office at 844-GR-DRIVE.

Friday's game will be part of the team's five-game home stand as the Drive continue to challenge Windy City for the Central Division title and make the team's second consecutive playoff appearance.

Tickets can be purchased online at NBAGrandRapids.com or by calling the Drive's front office at 844-GR-DRIVE.




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