Basketball
JJ Redick Announces His Retirement After 15 NBA Seasons
by privatebet.com - 2021/09/22
JJ Redick had a pretty successful run during his 15 seasons in the NBA, but all good things must come to an end. The veteran guard announced his retirement and explained why he decided to take a step back from the game he loves so much. Redick made the official announcement during a recent appearance on "The Old Man and the Three" podcast. He said he’s retiring after “years of youth leagues, AAU, high school basketball, four years at Duke, and 15 years in the NBA”. He doubled down with another statement on social media and confirmed his retirement by posting a childhood photo of himself posing with a basketball, followed by an emotional caption. “I started playing basketball 30 years ago in my backyard on an uneven patch of dirt, gravel, and grass. It was on that court that my dreams began to form. Reality has far surpassed my dreams!! So thankful for 15 years in the NBA and all the amazing relationships and memories along the way,” wrote Redick on Instagram. JJ Redick kicked off his NBA career after being drafted by Orlando Magic in 2006 and stayed with this team until 2013. His departure was followed by a short spell with the Milwaukee Bucks, and he went on to play for Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and New Orleans Pelicans, before announcing his retirement after a brief stint with the Dallas Mavericks.