The Toronto Raptors announced plans to retire Chauncey Billups' jersey in celebration of the team's 30-year anniversary, despite his brief stint of only 29 games in the 1997-98 season. Billups, acquired in a trade during a particularly disappointing season where the Raptors finished 5-25, provided a glimmer of hope amidst challenges. A front office comment noted the significance of honoring his contributions alongside the team's history, especially as the current season falls short of expectations. Further jersey retirements of other Hall of Famers may also be in the works to engage fans and enhance the game atmosphere.
"He played for Toronto for 29 spectacular games. We've now surpassed that in terms of years. Sure, he had a brief career here. But we'll take the wins we can get."
"The 30-year anniversary season hasn't been as exciting as originally hoped... The hope is to retire some more jerseys of Hall of Famers, get the crowd going, and get a little bit more of a party atmosphere in the Big Bank Arena."
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