Former Sacramento Kings guard Jeremy Lamb retires from NBA
Aug 8, 2024, 7:24 AM
(Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
(Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
Following a ten-year NBA career, Jeremy Lamb has announced his retirement from the NBA.
“Basketball has been good to me throughout my entire life, so this decision didn’t come easy, but I have decided to retire from the game that has given me everything,” Lamb said in a statement issued on Instagram.
“I know I wouldn’t be where I’m at without the love and support from my family and friends, so l want to take a moment to express my appreciation. I’m thankful for the many ways you’ve been there throughout my career. I also want to acknowledge my teammates, who have made this experience unforgettable. To my coaches, thank you for your guidance and belief in me. Your impact on my life goes beyond the court.
“Now, it’s time to catch another dream!”
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More on former Sacramento Kings guard Jeremy Lamb
Lamb, 31, spent the final half of the 2021-22 season with Sacramento after being acquired in the Domantas Sabonis trade.
Over 17 appearances with the Kings, Lamb averaged 7.9 points and 3.5 rebounds per game while shooting 40 percent from the field and 30 percent from beyond the three-point line.
After joining Sacramento on a training camp deal last fall, the veteran guard joined the Stockton Kings, where he averaged 15.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game on 48/38/72 shooting splits (nine games played).
During Lamb’s 10-year NBA career, the former UConn guard averaged 10.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists on 44 percent shooting from the field and 34 percent from three-point land (573 games played).
When is the next Sacramento Kings offseason date of interest?
The dog days of the NBA offseason have arrived.
Sacramento will continue to look to add to its roster before players report for training camp at the end of September. The Kings currently have some open roster spots that general manager Monte McNair will have to fill in the coming weeks and months.
Be sure to stay locked into Sactown Sports for all of your Sacramento Kings news on player signings, trades, game recaps, and more for the upcoming season.
NBA Offseason Schedule
- Saturday, July 6th – Free Agents can officially sign contracts
- July 27-August 11th – 2024 Olympic Games
- Mid-August – 2024-25 NBA schedule release
- Friday, September 27th – NBA training camps begin
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