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Lin, Jeremy

Jeremy Lin Announces Retirement from Professional Basketball

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Former NBA star Jeremy Lin, a trailblazer for Asian representation in the league, announced his retirement from professional basketball at the age of 37. Lin's career was marked by a meteoric rise to fame, including an unforgettable 23-point average in late January and early February 2012, which earned him the nickname "Linsanity." Although his playing days are behind him, Lin's legacy will be remembered for his accomplishments both on and off the court.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jeremy Lin was the first American of Chinese descent to play in the NBA, paving the way for future generations of Asian-American players.
  • Lin's most notable achievement was his 23.8-point average in late January and early February 2012, during which he scored 38 points against the Lakers and had a buzzer-beating game-winner against the Raptors.
  • Lin played for the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets' D-League affiliates before being called up to the NBA, where he also suited up for the New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors.
  • Lin spent six seasons playing overseas after his final NBA game in 2019, averaging around 12 points and 4 assists per game over his career.
  • Lin's retirement announcement via Instagram cited his childhood dreams of playing in front of fans worldwide and touching a basketball as the driving force behind his decision.

Statistics:

  • Jeremy Lin averaged 23.8 points per game during his "Linsanity" run in 2012.
  • Lin had a 38-point performance against the Lakers on February 10, 2012.
  • Lin played for seven teams in his NBA career, including the New York Knicks, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks, and Toronto Raptors.
  • Lin's final NBA game was Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals, which he won with the Toronto Raptors.
  • Lin spent six seasons playing overseas after his NBA career.

Sources:

  • Lin's retirement announcement via Instagram
  • ESPN Article on Jeremy Lin's Career

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