Official announcement from the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Four-Time All-Star Kemba Walker Officially Announces Retirement After 13-Year NBA Career

Jul 2, 2024, 06:55 PM

Kemba Walker, a four-time NBA All-Star, has officially announced his retirement from basketball after a 13-year career. Walker, who is the Charlotte Hornets' all-time leading scorer, endured a challenging 7-59 season with the team and went on to become a prominent figure in the NBA. He spent the bulk of his career with the Hornets and was also known for his time with the Connecticut Huskies, leading them to a national title in 2011. Walker's retirement marks the end of a notable career that included two NBA Sportsmanship Awards and several seasons averaging over 20 points per game. Walker thanked God for blessing him and his family with the opportunity to play basketball, and he is regarded as an even better person off the court.