LeBron James Announces Retirement
MIAMI—After an enormously successful professional career spanning nearly a decade, Miami Heat small forward LeBron James brought his playing days to a close Thursday, officially announcing his retirement from the NBA.
“As we all know, basketball doesn’t last forever, and at some point you have to think about what’s next, and that time has come for me,” James said during a press conference at the Heat’s practice facility this afternoon. “I’ve done everything I set out to do—I won a title, played for two fantastic organizations in the Cavs and the Heat, played for my country, and put myself in the conversation of best players of all time. I had a great career, and I walk away knowing I gave everything to the game.”
“I’ve been blessed with an unforgettable 10-year career in the National Basketball Association,” James continued. “I loved every moment of it, but now the time is right to move on.”
“And best of luck to both the Heat and the Spurs in Game 7 tonight,” James added.
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