NBA Star Steve Nash Announces Retirement

Now, former Mavs, Suns and Lakers Point Guard, announced his retirement from the NBA after 19 seasons. Nash was a great player and put up some historic numbers. He is a 2-time MVP from 2004-2006, with the Phoenix Suns. In addition, Nash is 3rd, in all-time assists, with over 10,000 for his career. Nash was a great player, representing Canada and paving the way for Canadian basketball players in the NBA, such as Andrew Wiggins, Thristian Thompson, etc. Although, towards the last 2 years in the league with the Los Angeles Lakers, Nash was plagued with injuries and never played a full season with the Lakers.  Here's his statement according  to ESPN, " My time playing this game has been incredible. I played on some great teams-- had a lot of success--and I just wasn't able to get over the hump a few times. I simply want people to remember me as a competitor and great teammate. That's it." As do I, and many other basketball fans want to remember the great Steve Nash as a great player and contributor to the NBA. You will be missed next season Mr. Nash, Happy Retirement! 


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