This year’s presence in Europe on her behalf Monaco it was also the last in his rich career Kemba Walker.
The veteran NBAer announced his retirement from active activity at the age of 34.
In recent years, the American suffered a lot from injuries and that is why he did not find his best self, not even in the Principality’s team. This year in Euroleague played in 26 games, averaging 4.4 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists.
He started his great career in 2011 in the NBA with the jersey of Charlotte Bobcatswhich were then renamed to Hornetsplaying there until 2019. He then moved for two years (2019–21) to Celticsto be followed by the Knicks (2021/22) and the Mavericks (2022/23).
In the NBA, Walker counted 750 gamesaveraging 19.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.2 steals.
Walker’s farewell message in detail:
“I would like to start by thanking God for everything he has given me. Basketball has done so much more for me than I ever imagined and I am grateful for the amazing journey I have had.
With that, I would like to share that I am officially retiring from basketball. This was all a dream. When I look back, I find it hard to realize what I did in my career.
I know I wouldn’t have made it this far without the tremendous support I had around me. There are so many people I would like to thank, my mother, my father and all my family and my teammates, who became my family and the coaches, who believed in me and brought out the best in me.
Basketball will forever be a part of my life, so it’s not goodbye. I’m excited for what’s next».
Thank you, basketball. pic.twitter.com/gLUbQnZMP5
— Kemba Walker (@KembaWalker) July 2, 2024
Source: Sport Fm
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