Kemba Walker, a four-time NBA All-Star and the Most Outstanding Player on UConn’s 2011 national championship team, has retired from basketball at the age of 34. Throughout his 12-year career in the NBA, Walker played for teams such as the Charlotte Hornets, Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Dallas Mavericks before finishing his career with AS Monaco in the EuroLeague.
At his peak, Walker was known as one of the best scoring point guards in the game. He lived up to expectations coming out of high school and excelled during his time at UConn, leading the team to a national title in 2011. Throughout his career in the NBA, he was a consistent performer and made multiple All-Star appearances while leaving an indelible mark as Charlotte’s all-time leading scorer.
Walker expressed gratitude for basketball and its impact on his life in his retirement statement. Despite facing challenges like injuries that limited his playing time towards the end of his career, he left behind a legacy as a UConn legend and played a significant role in revitalizing the Hornets franchise.
