Terrence Shannon Jr. Turns Jersey Ceremony Mistake into Charity Fundraiser
The former Illinois basketball star is selling T-shirts inspired by the mishap, with proceeds benefiting a local Boys & Girls Club.
- During a halftime ceremony on Saturday, Terrence Shannon Jr.'s jersey was mistakenly displayed upside down at the State Farm Center.
- Shannon, now a Minnesota Timberwolves rookie, launched a T-shirt fundraiser featuring the slogan, 'When life has you upside down, turn it around.'
- Proceeds from the T-shirt sales will support the Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club in Champaign, Illinois.
- Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman publicly apologized for the mishap, acknowledging the error and its impact on Shannon's special moment.
- Shannon, who led Illinois to an NCAA Elite Eight appearance last year, continues to demonstrate resilience and positivity in his career and personal life.