BEAUMONT, Texas — Three-time MVP basketball player, Dr. J, is scheduled to speak at the Lamar Basketball's Tip Off Banquet this Saturday, Oct. 26, at 6 p.m.
The banquet will take place at the Montagne Center with keynote speaker and basketball legend Dr. J.
Tickets are $125 and can be purchased through the LU Ticket Office by calling (409) 880-1715. Tables are also available at four different levels ranging from $1,000 to $15,000.
Dr. J has an extensive resume. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer played in the NBA for 11 seasons. His high-flying athletic ability landed him as one of most skilled players to ever play in the NBA.
The Lamar men basketball team’s first game of the season is scheduled for Nov. 5, 2019. The Cardinals will face the Champion Christian College at Lamar.
More from KBMT...