Former NBA Star and South Side Hero to Have Jersey Retired at DePaul Game

Hailed as a southside hero, DePaul University will retire one of its most celebrated alumni’s jersey this weekend – NBA Great & Chicago Native, Terry Cummings. This prestigious honor will take place Feb. 24 at the home of Blue Demons basketball – Wintrust Arena – during halftime of the 5pm DePaul/Georgetown game. Cummings left an indelible mark on the DePaul basketball program. In three short seasons, Cummings tallied nearly 1,400 points, 850+ total rebounds, 140+ assists and more than 110 blocks. His 850+ career rebounds is still among the Top-10 in DePaul history. Cummings was the 2nd overall pick in the 1982 NBA Draft. Cummings comes from humble beginnings, having grown up on the mean streets in the Roseland area, along with 12 brothers & sisters. It wasn’t easy for the 6’9 gentle giant. Took a lot to stay on the straight and narrow. “The Lord blessed me with an incredible career. This is a very special honor for me. DePaul is where I became a man and laid the building blocks for a successful 18-year NBA career. I’m excited to celebrate with DePaul, its staff, student body and the best fans in college basketball,” he chuckled. “I just hope...