Former NBA player LaMarcus Aldridge had a successful 16-year career, during which he was selected as an All-Star seven times.
Aldridge spent nine seasons playing for the Portland Trail Blazers before joining the San Antonio Spurs in 2015. He was released by the Spurs in March 2021, and he subsequently signed with the Brooklyn Nets. However, he retired two weeks later due to an irregular heartbeat.
However, after receiving medical clearance, Aldridge returned to play for the Nets the following season, averaging 12.9 points per game and 5.5 rebounds per game in 47 games.
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About a month ago, LaMarcus Aldridge was working out with the Dallas Mavericks in hopes of landing an NBA team and impressing suitors. But on Friday, he announced his withdrawal. It is not clear whether he will enter the administration or take a break to be with his family. For now, it can be expected that the 37-year-old will retire from the public eye.
LaMarcus Aldridge is retiring after 16 years in the NBA
As a free agent, Aldridge initially hoped to join the team this year. However, as the playoffs approached, he eventually decided to retire from the sport. Aldridge enjoyed a successful career in which he scored over 20,000 points in the NBA.
The player was selected as the second overall pick in 2006 and follows in the footsteps of NFL star Tom Brady, who also retired twice. LaMarcus Aldridge ended up mentioning the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers forward in his retirement announcement on Twitter:
“In the words of TB12, you only get one big, emotional retirement…well, on that note…I’m grateful for all the memories, family and friends I’ve made throughout my career. It was one hell of a ride and I enjoyed every minute of it!”
During his freshman season in 2007, Aldridge was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome, a condition that can cause a rapid heartbeat. Although he was reported to be feeling better after announcing his comeback, he said his health and family are the most important things. reasons for his retirement. Fans can expect the same to happen this time around.
Regardless, the player may regret never winning an NBA title. Nevertheless, Aldridge will go down as one of the greatest forwards in the modern NBA.