John Wall retires after 11 NBA seasons

John Wall, a former University of Kentucky star and the No. 1 overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, has officially announced his retirement after 11 seasons in the NBA. Wall was a five-time All-Star and earned All-NBA Third Team honors in 2017, finishing his career with averages of 18.7 points and 8.9 assists per game. He was the cornerstone of the Washington Wizards franchise for nine seasons, leading the team alongside Bradley Beal to multiple playoff appearances and becoming the fourth-highest scorer in Wizards history. Wall's career was marked by explosive athleticism and leadership but was ultimately hampered by injuries that limited his production in later years. He played his final season with the Los Angeles Clippers and acknowledged leaving the game with no regrets, expressing gratitude to fans, family, and teammates. Wall’s cultural impact includes the celebrated 'John Wall Dance' and his induction into the University of Kentucky Athletics Hall of Fame in 2017.