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George Gervin to be Honored with a Statue at Eastern Michigan

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A statue of the legend will be revealed in August 2023 at the George Gervin GameAbove Center

YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – George Gervin, a Detroit native and NBA Hall of Famer, will have his legacy further cemented in bronze at his alma mater Eastern Michigan University. In collaboration with EMU, GameAbove has championed the dedication of a statue in Gervin's likeness to honor his rich legacy. The sculpture will stand outside the George Gervin GameAbove Center. An unveiling ceremony is scheduled for August 2023.

GameAbove commissioned world-renowned American sculptor Benjamin Victor to design the statue.