Apr 10, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Jeremy Lamb (26) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Former first-round draft pick Jeremy Lamb announced his retirement from the NBA on Wednesday after 10 seasons with four teams.
Lamb, who last played in the league in 2022, announced his decision on Instagram.
“Basketball has been good to me throughout my entire life, so this decision didn’t come easy, but I have decided to retire from the game that has given me everything,” Lamb began the post before thanking family, friends, teammates, and coaches.
Lamb, 32, was selected No. 12 overall in the 2012 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets and traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in October of that year in the James Harden deal.
Lamb averaged 10.1 points and 3.6 rebounds in 573 games (136 starts) for the Thunder (2012-15), Charlotte Hornets (2015-19), Indiana Pacers (2019-22), and Sacramento Kings (2022).
Lamb was part of UConn’s 2011 national championship team.
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Former NBA player Jeremy Lamb announced his retirement from professional basketball after a successful 10-year career playing for four different teams. The 32-year-old shooting guard made the announcement on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the opportunities and experiences that the game has provided him.
Lamb was a first-round draft pick, selected No. 12 overall in the 2012 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets. He was later traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder as part of the James Harden deal. Throughout his career, Lamb played for the Thunder, Charlotte Hornets, Indiana Pacers, and Sacramento Kings. He averaged 10.1 points and 3.6 rebounds in 573 games, including 136 starts.
One of the highlights of Lamb’s basketball journey was being a part of the University of Connecticut’s national championship team in 2011. His contributions on the court and his dedication to the game were evident throughout his career, earning him respect from fans, teammates, and coaches.
As he bids farewell to professional basketball, Jeremy Lamb leaves behind a legacy of hard work, perseverance, and a love for the game. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors beyond the basketball court.
