Paul Millsap, distinguished figure in the world of basketball, has officially announced his retirement from the courts. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the veteran’s illustrious career, which spanned 16 years, came to an end after he played his final NBA games in the 2021-22 season with the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers .
A four-time All-Star selection, Millsap entered the league as the 47th overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft, selected by the Utah Jazz. From the start, he demonstrated his talents as a reliable scorer and relentless defender in the paint. During his first seven seasons with the Jazz, he left an indelible mark, averaging 12.4 points, 7 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1 block per game over 540 appearances.
After his successful stint with Utah, Millsap joined the Atlanta Hawks as a free agent, where he truly broke out. He began his career with the Hawks in the 2013-14 season, averaging 17.9 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.1 blocks per game, earning his first All-Star selection in four straight. His contributions were instrumental in leading Atlanta to a remarkable 60-win season and their first appearance in the Eastern Conference Finals since the 1969-70 season.
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NBA veteran Paul Millsap announces retirement after 16 seasons
In addition to his offensive prowess, Millsap was selected to the All-Defensive Second Team in 2015-16, furthering his reputation as a versatile player. His new chapter began in 2017 when he signed with the Denver Nuggets. In Denver, Millsap not only brought experience, but he also teamed up with a rising star, Nikola Jokić. The duo propelled the Nuggets to the Western Conference Finals in 2020, although their quest for glory ended in failure against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing the series 4-1.
After finishing the 2020-21 season with Denver, Millsap joined the Nets in 2021 before an in-season trade sent him to the Philadelphia 76ers alongside star James Harden in a significant deal before the trade deadline. 2022 exchanges.
