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Yahoo
10 hours ago
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Nets React to Major Retirement News on Sunday
Nets React to Major Retirement News on Sunday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Brooklyn Nets closed the 2024-25 season with a 26-56 record, missing the playoffs and marking their second straight year out of contention. Their campaign was derailed by injuries to some of the franchise's key players, including veteran forward Bojan Bogdanovic—who underwent foot surgery just before the season began and never played a game for Brooklyn in his second stint. Advertisement Bogdanovic signed with the Nets in July after being traded from the New York Knicks but was sidelined by a left foot injury that required two surgeries and kept him out all year. His absence meant the Nets missed a reliable outside shooter and steady veteran presence. Brooklyn Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44)© Stephen Lew-Imagn Images On Sunday, Bogdanovic announced his retirement from the NBA in a heartfelt Instagram post. He wrote that after 14 months battling a persistent foot injury, including two surgeries and extended rehab, 'the time has come to close a chapter.' The Nets responded with a heartfelt post on social media, congratulating the forward on a great career: Advertisement 'Congrats on a great career, Bojan 🖤' Over a 10-season NBA career spanning six teams, Bogdanovic averaged 15.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 719 regular season games, shooting 46.0% from the field. A consistent scorer and floor spacer, he played for the Nets, Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers, Utah Jazz, Detroit Pistons, and Knicks before returning to Brooklyn in 2024. In his first stint with the Nets, Bogdanovic recorded a then career-high 44 points in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers in 2016, before scoring 48 points with the Jazz in 2021. Related: Kevin Durant Issues 5-Word Response to Fan's Ben Simmons Post Related: NBA Trade Between Nets-Suns Turns Heads on Thursday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
11 hours ago
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- Time of India
Bojan Bogdanovic Retires After 10 NBA Seasons: A Comprehensive Look at His Career and Legacy
Bojan Bogdanovic (Image via NBA) Bojan Bogdanovic , the accomplished Croatian forward, officially announced his retirement from professional basketball on June 29, 2025, concluding a ten-year NBA career that spanned six teams and was marked by consistent scoring, international pride, and resilience in the face of injury. Bojan Bogdanovic's Early Life and European Success Born in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bogdanovic began his basketball journey in his homeland before quickly making a name for himself in European leagues. He played for top clubs including Real Madrid, Cibona Zagreb, and Fenerbahçe, winning league championships in both Croatia and Turkey. His European career set the stage for his transition to the NBA and established him as one of the most skilled forwards of his generation. Bojan Bogdanovic's NBA Journey: Teams and Achievements Bogdanovic was selected 31st overall in the 2011 NBA Draft by the Miami Heat, but his rights were traded to the Brooklyn Nets . He opted to remain in Europe for three more years before joining the Nets in 2014. Over the next decade, he played for: - Brooklyn Nets (2014–2017) - Washington Wizards (2017) - Indiana Pacers (2017–2019) - Utah Jazz (2019–2022) - Detroit Pistons (2022–2024) - New York Knicks (2024) Bogdanovic was known for his offensive versatility, particularly his three-point shooting, finishing his career with an impressive 39.4% accuracy from beyond the arc. He averaged 15.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists over 719 regular-season games, starting in 572 of them. His best statistical season came with the Detroit Pistons in 2022–23, when he averaged a career-high 21.6 points per game. He made the playoffs seven times with five different teams, a testament to his value as a reliable scorer and veteran presence. Bogdanovic's ability to adapt to various team systems and roles made him a sought-after contributor throughout his NBA tenure. Bojan Bogdanovic's International Career and National Pride Bogdanovic was a stalwart for the Croatian national team, making his senior debut in 2010. He represented Croatia at two FIBA Basketball World Cups, five FIBA EuroBasket tournaments, and the 2016 Olympic Games. He was named to the FIBA EuroBasket 2013 All-Star Five after leading Croatia to the semi-finals, further cementing his legacy as one of his country's greatest basketball talents. The Injury and Decision to Retire Bogdanovic's final NBA season was derailed by a persistent left foot injury. After undergoing two surgeries and spending 14 months attempting to recover, he was unable to return to the court. The New York Knicks traded him to the Brooklyn Nets before the 2024–25 season, but he was waived and did not play another game. In his retirement announcement, Bogdanovic reflected: "Sometimes in life, you don't choose the moment. The moment chooses you. After 14 months of battling a foot injury, two surgeries, and countless efforts to get back on the court, the time has come to close a chapter." Bogdanovic retires at age 36 as one of the most successful European imports of his era. He was respected for his professionalism, basketball IQ, and ability to deliver in crucial moments. His journey from Mostar to the NBA inspired many young players in the Balkans and across Europe. In his farewell message, he expressed gratitude to teammates, coaches, medical staff, fans, and especially his family, emphasizing that basketball was not just a sport but an integral part of his identity. He concluded: "I'm closing this chapter, but my love for the game remains. I didn't reach the end. I've reached the other side of the beginning…" Also read: Malik Beasley Faces $42 Million Loss and Possible NBA Ban Amid Federal Gambling Probe Bogdanovic's career stands as a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and the global nature of basketball. His impact will be felt both in the NBA and in international basketball circles for years to come. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
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Former Knicks Forward, 36, Announces Decision on Retirement
Former Knicks Forward, 36, Announces Decision on Retirement originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The start of the 2025 NBA offseason has already led to impactful changes around the league. From the Houston Rockets acquiring Kevin Durant to the Dallas Mavericks drafting Cooper Flagg, the league is teeming with changes after the Oklahoma City Thunder's dominant championship season. Advertisement As with the end of every NBA season, aging players will be expected to make decisions on their futures. We know old NBA stars like LeBron James, Chris Paul and Al Horford are in the final years of their careers, but they're expected to suit up for the 2025-26 season. One aging star who has now confirmed his retirement decision is Croatian forward Bojan Bogdanovic. He last played for the New York Knicks in 2024. Brooklyn Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44)© Stephen Lew-Imagn Images After being traded to the Brooklyn Nets and not playing a single game before a foot injury, Bogdanovic has announced on Instagram he will be retiring from professional basketball this summer. Advertisement View the original article to see embedded media. Bogdanovic's lengthy statement confirmed that last season's foot injury wound up being the catalyst for his retirement. He thanked all the teams he played for, including European teams like Real Madrid, alongside the NBA teams he represented. He was drafted with the 31st pick in the 2011 NBA draft, but made his NBA debut in 2014 with the Brooklyn Nets. He went on to play for the Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers, Utah Jazz, Detroit Pistons and finally, the Knicks. He averaged 15.6 points and 3.6 rebounds over his career, making $148.5 million over NBA contracts. Related: LeBron James, 40, Makes Decision on NBA Future Amid Retirement Rumors This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
13 hours ago
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Bogdanovic retires after 10 NBA seasons due to foot injury
Bojan Bogdanovic, who played 10 NBA seasons after a long career in Europe, announced his retirement following a foot injury (Michelle Farsi) Bojan Bogdanovic, who played 10 NBA seasons after a storied European career, announced his retirement on Sunday, the 36-year-old forward nagged by a left foot injury. Bogdanovic was born in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina, but played internationally for Croatia. He played for his hometown club, signed with Real Madrid and later joined Zagreb and Fenerbahce. Advertisement He won Croatian and Turkish league titles before making his NBA debut with Brooklyn in 2014 and later played for Washington, Indiana, Utah, Detroit and New York. But Bogdanovic had season-ending foot surgery in 2024 and again this past February, never playing for the Nets after a return trade to Brooklyn. "Sometimes in life, you don't choose the moment. The moment chooses you," Bogdanovic posted on social media. "After 14 months of battling a foot injury, two surgeries and countless efforts to get back on the court, the time has come to close a chapter." Bogdanovic averaged 15.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 719 career NBA games. Advertisement "After more than two decades in the game, the moment has arrived to say goodbye to basketball," Bogdanovic wrote. "Not just as a sport but as a part of who I am." He averaged a career-best 21.6 points with Detroit in the 2022-23 campaign and made the playoffs seven times for a total of five clubs. "Every stop left a mark," he wrote. "Every jersey carried it's own weight." "I'm closing this chapter but my love for the game remains," he concluded. "I didn't reach the end. I've reached the other side of the beginning." js/bb
USA Today
15 hours ago
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Former Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic retires from NBA after 10 seasons
The Brooklyn Nets have had plenty of great players put on the franchise's jersey from the time that the team played in New Jersey to the organization's current home in Brooklyn. Brooklyn is currently focused on rebuilding the roster to eventually put great players back on the floor, but one of the franchise's better players has officially ended his NBA career. Former Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic announced his retirement from the NBA on Sunday via a statement from his personal Instagram account. Bogdanovic, 36, played 10 seasons in the league for six different teams, including two separate stints for the Nets, the first one being from 2014 to 2016 and the second stint being during the 2024-25 season, even though he didn't play due to his foot injury. "Sometimes in life, you don't choose the moment. The moment chooses you. After 14 months of battling a foot injury, two surgeries, and countless efforts to get back on the court, the time has come to close a chapter," Bogdanovic's statement began. "After more than two decades in the game, the moment has arrived to say goodbye to basketball. Not just as a sport, but as a part of who I am." Bogdanovic began his career with the Nets in 2014 despite being selected with the 31st overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft by the Miami Heat before being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Bogdanovic eventually ended up with the Nets, then in New Jersey, after Minnesota traded him to the Nets in exchange for cash and a 2013 second-round pick that later became Lorenzo Brown. Bogdanovic ends his NBA career with averages of 15.6 points, 3.6 RPG, and 1.7 APG while shooting 46.0% from the field and 39.4% from three-point range. During his time with the Nets, Bogdanovic averaged 11.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game on 44.1/36.6/84.7 shooting splits while also making the All-Rookie team for the 2014-15 campaign.
