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The past season has been a roller coaster ride for everyone. With the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot has changed with the way the NBA conducts its games. And now, the new season is also scheduled to begin. However, one thing that is inevitable is the retirement of some players this year.
So before next season starts, let’s take a look at the players who had to say goodbye to the game in 2020.
NBA retirements 2020
Marvin williams
After 15 years in the league, Marvin Williams finally announced his retirement. This came right after his team, the Milwaukee Bucks, were kicked out of the playoffs by the Miami Heat last season.
The Atlanta Hawks selected Williams, where he spent seven seasons, leading them to the playoffs five times in a row. He then spent only two years with the Utah Jazz, after which he landed on Michael Jordan’s Charlotte Hornets. After being traded to the Bucks in 2020, when his career ends, he has finished with 10.2 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists.
Leandro Barbosa
Leandro is a former NBA champion and Sixth Man of the Year, but his time in the NBA has also come to an end. He has made quite a few turns during his time in the League. From the Phoenix Suns to the Raptors, Pacers, Boston and Warriors, only to return to the Phoenix Suns in the final year of the league. However, Return to Golden State as a player mentor coach.
Kevin Seraphin
Kevin Seraphin announced his retirement after playing for the Washington Wizards, New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers. His short NBA career is also packed with appearances in Euroleague campaigns.
Corey Brewer
This is another player who does not want to leave the league. So even though he retired after 17 years in the NBA, he will return as a player development coach for the New Orleans Pelicans.
He was drafted in 2007 and has played for great teams like the Lakers, Rockets, and Philadelphia 76ers.
Dorell Wright
Playing six seasons with his first team, the Miami Heat, he was an integral cog in earning them their 2006 NBA Championship. After that, he had shorter stints with teams like the Warriors, Blazers and 76ers. However, he also made his last appearance with his first team, the Miami Heat. Made his retirement announcement officially on his Twitter.
Aaron Brooks
Brooks has not only played for the NBA, but also played overseas with the Illawarra Hawks in Australia. As a result of a torn anterior cruciate ligament, he also announced his retirement from basketball.
He was also drafted to the NBA in 2007 and has played for the Rockets, Kings, Nuggets, Bulls, Suns, Pacers and Timberwolves. But he’s been hired by the New York Knicks as a staff member.
Andrew Bogut
Bogut is one of the best Australian basketball players. In becoming the first Australian to be selected as the first overall pick in the 2005 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks, he also ended up winning an NBA title in 2015 with Golden State. He was also the MVP of the NBL in 2009.
Bogut revealed that his decision to retire came with all the injury problems he has been facing.
Evan turner
Turner’s retirement came as a surprise to many. This was because he was only 32 years old and had played ten years in the NBA. Although this surprising retirement came with another surprise. The former Portland Trail Blazers forward will join the Boston Celtics as an assistant coach with Brad Stevens. He has played for the Celtics before in 2014, helping them land a playoff spot.
As these players leave the court, they make room for the new generation of players to take over. Just one day before the 2020-21 season begins. Which players are your favorites?
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