During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Shannon wore only jersey No. 8, and put up 8.8 points and 2.6 assists per game.

Phil Farbman (1948-49): Farbman played 21 games ... of of 17 players to wear the No. 8 jersey, Boston forward alum Phil ...

The significance of this moment was further cemented when Sotheby's auction house facilitated the sale of both James' jerseys ...