The Cavaliers will host their Third Annual Pride Night on Saturday, January 22nd at 8:00 p.m. vs. Oklahoma City Thunder:
- Proceeds from the in-game 50/50 raffle will benefit Pride in the CLE, presented by the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland, with the mission to enrich the lives of the diverse LGBTQ+ community through advocacy, support, education and celebration.
- The Cavaliers will recognize Gio Santiago as the community “DIFF Maker” of the game. Gio's passion is to ensure that LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those that are transgender, feel empowered and supported. Whether through policy work or creating programs such as the LGBTQ Youth Sports League or his personal nonprofit META Center Inc, Gio prioritizes making a difference so that everyone can live a safe and authentic life.
- The PowerHouse Dance Team and the Slam Squad will be outfitted in the Cavaliers Pride Collection.
- A special halftime performance from the Cavs PowerHouse Dance Team will feature local Drag personalities Kardi Redd Diamond, Joliee Blak and Dakota Cox.
- Fans can stop by various informational tables around the FieldHouse, including:
- Hot Pockets
- LGBTQ Center of Greater Cleveland
- Plexus
- Equitable Advisors
Additionally, a portion of proceeds from the Cavs and Monsters Pride Collections in the Team Shop will benefit Pride in the CLE, presented by the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland. The Cavs and Monsters Pride Collections are available all season long on Cavs.com/Shop and MonstersTeamShop.com.