The 2013 NBA offseason began with news of two greats choosing to hang up their sneakers—Jason Kidd and Grant Hill.
Two months into the summer, another marquee player is walking away from the league.
Tracy McGrady has announced on ESPN’s First Take that he will be retiring from the NBA.
[Evening News: McGrady announces retirement…]
Thank all of you who have supported me over 16 NBA seasons, 7 All-Stars, and countless exciting moments. Retiring from NBA. Stay tuned. #mac
— Tracy McGrady (@Real_T_Mac) August 26, 2013
Kidd has already moved on to the next phase of his career, becoming the Brooklyn Nets new head coach, and Hill may consider a move into a TV career as an NBA analyst.
McGrady, however, seems to be leaning towards keeping his sneakers laced up, alluding to the possibility of playing in China—where he already has a strong presence.
The league took to Twitter to send T-Mac off.