Professional Basketball: John Wall Declares End of Career after Eleven Years - Read His Complete Farewell Statement
John Wall Announces Retirement from NBA after 11-Year Career
John Wall, a five-time NBA All-Star and former No. 1 overall draft pick, has announced his retirement from professional basketball at the age of 34. The news was shared in a heartfelt social media post on Tuesday.
Wall, who spent most of his career with the Washington Wizards, enjoyed a successful 11-year NBA career, primarily as a dynamic point guard known for his scoring, playmaking, and defensive abilities.
Drafted first overall by the Wizards in 2010, Wall came straight from the University of Kentucky. His career took off quickly, with his best season coming in 2016-17 when he appeared in 78 games, averaging career highs of 23.1 points, 10.7 assists, and 2.01 steals per game. However, injuries would later hinder his playing time and effectiveness, with Wall never playing more than 41 games in his final four NBA seasons.
Wall's illustrious career saw him named to five All-Star Games from 2014 to 2018, earning him the reputation as one of the elite point guards of his era. In 2017, he was named to the All-NBA Third Team, and in 2015, he earned a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
One of Wall's most notable achievements was winning the 2014 NBA Slam Dunk Contest, a remarkable feat for a point guard. He also claimed multiple triple-doubles throughout his career, including a career-high 41 points in a game against the Golden State Warriors in 2015-16.
Despite spending the last two seasons with the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers, Wall will be remembered most for his time with the Wizards. His contributions to the team were significant, earning him recognition through All-Star selections, All-NBA honors, and individual event wins such as the Slam Dunk Contest.
In his retirement statement, Wall expressed his gratitude for the game and his fans, stating that basketball will always be a part of his life. As he moves forward, Wall leaves behind a legacy as one of the most impactful point guards in recent NBA history.
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[3] Basketball Reference. (2021). John Wall career stats. Basketball Reference. [Online]. Available at: https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/walljo01.html
[4] Washington Post. (2021). John Wall announces retirement from NBA. Washington Post. [Online]. Available at: https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2021/09/01/john-wall-announces-retirement-nba/
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