Cagers to retire Rice’s No. 41

The Michigan basketball program announced yesterday that it will
retire the No. 41 jersey in honor of former guard Glen Rice. In
addition to being the all-time leading scorer in Michigan history,
Rice led the Wolverines to their last national championship in
1989.

Rice will become the fourth player in Michigan history to have
his number retired, along with Cazzie Russell, Rudy Tomjanovich and
Phil Hubbard.

“We are extremely honored to have an opportunity to
recognize Glen Rice,” Michigan coach Tommy Amaker said.
“In the history of Michigan basketball, Glen’s
accomplishments are extraordinary. I cannot think of a more fitting
tribute than hanging his jersey in the rafters.”

Rice played for Michigan from 1986 to ’89. During
Michigan’s national championship season in 1989, he averaged
more than 30 points-per-game. Rice’s 184 total points during
the NCAA Tournament is an all-time record that still stands
today.

Rice’s NBA career was spent mainly with the Miami Heat and
Charlotte Hornets before brief stints with the Lakers, Knicks,
Rockets and Clippers.

Michigan Athletic Director Bill Martin called Rice one of the
most recognized names in Michigan basketball history.

“His success, dedication and spirit, on and off the court,
embody what is means to be a Michigan Wolverine,” Martin
said.

Rice’s jersey will be officially raised to the rafters on
Feb. 20, 2005, during halftime of Michigan’s home game
against Indiana.

— Daniel Bremmer