DeMar DeRozan’s returning to Compton to get his high-school jersey retired.
As per the LA Times:
Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan will make an appearance Thursday at Compton High School, where his varsity jersey will be retired.
DeRozan will be honored by his alma mater and the Compton Unified School District (CUSD) when his jersey will be retired during tonight’s game against Cabrillo High School, which marks the final game of Compton High’s season.
The 2014 All-Star will also receive a framed varsity jersey before hoisting a banner bearing his No. 23 jersey up to the gym’s rafters during half-time.
Here’s a glimpse of our man in high school:
