(Portland, OR) -- The Portland Trail Blazers will honor basketball legend Bill Walton with a special band on their uniforms this season. Walton passed away May 27th at the age of 71. The jersey band features a uniquely Walton tie-dye design with his "32" number in white. The Blazers will hold Bill Walton Tribute Night on March 9th. Fans are encouraged to wear tie-dye and will receive a special tie-dye headband, in Walton's classic style.