Gordon Hayward Retires After 14 NBA Seasons

Gordon Hayward, a former NBA All-Star and Butler University standout, announced his retirement from professional basketball after 14 seasons. Hayward, who was drafted ninth overall by the Utah Jazz in 2010, played for Utah, Boston, Charlotte, and Oklahoma City, averaging 15.2 points per game over his career. He cited a desire to spend more time with his family and pursue new challenges as reasons for his retirement. Hayward's career highlights include an All-Star selection in 2017 and a memorable college run where he led Butler to the 2010 NCAA National Championship Game. Despite a promising career, his playing time and performance were marred by injuries, particularly a severe leg injury during his debut with the Celtics. Fans and NBA veterans expressed surprise and admiration for his career achievements and resilience.