Kemba Walker announces retirement after 12-year NBA career

'Basketball will forever be a part of my life so this isn't goodbye,' says former All-Star guard


Anadolu Agency July 04, 2024
Kemba Walker playing for the Charlotte Hornets against the Boston Celtics. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY

ISTANBUL:

Kemba Walker, a four-time All-Star, has retired as a professional basketball player after a 12-year NBA career.

"Basketball will forever be a part of my life so this isn't goodbye. I'm excited for what's next," Walker said in a post on X on Tuesday.

"This has all been a dream. When I look back, I still can't believe the things I achieved in my career," he said.

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Walker was selected for the All-Star team four times in his career and averaged 19.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 750 career games.

The 34-year-old guard made appearances for the Charlotte Hornets, Dallas Mavericks, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks in his career.

He spent this past season with French side Monaco.

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