Garrett Temple retires, joins Mavericks coaching staff after 16 NBA seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:19 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Garrett Temple announced his retirement from professional basketball on July 4, 2026, after a 16-year NBA career. He will join the coaching staff of the Dallas Mavericks under head coach Dusty May. Temple's departure from playing comes as he transitions into a coaching role alongside notable assistant Willie Green. This move marks a new chapter for Temple, who has been a valued player across several franchises during his time in the league.
- •Garrett Temple retires from the NBA after 16 seasons.
- •He joins the Dallas Mavericks' coaching staff.
- •Dusty May is the head coach of the Mavericks.
- •Former Pelicans coach Willie Green is also on the staff.
- •Temple will focus on mentoring younger players.
- 6:19 PMYahoo Sports — Garrett Temple retires after 16 NBA seasons, joins Mavericks coaching staff
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