Josh Richardson announces retirement from NBA after 10 seasons

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Josh Richardson announces retirement from NBA after 10 seasons
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Josh Richardson, a former guard for the Miami Heat, announced his retirement from the NBA on July 29. In an Instagram post, Richardson expressed gratitude for his career, saying he gave his best and hoped to leave a positive impression. Drafted 40th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft, he played 554 regular-season games across six teams, with career averages of 11.5 points, 2.6 assists, and 3.0 rebounds per game. Post-retirement, Richardson aims to focus on family, travel, and other personal interests. His former teammate, Dwyane Wade, congratulated him on his retirement via Instagram.

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  • Richardson played 10 NBA seasons, primarily with the Miami Heat.
  • He averaged 11.5 points, 2.6 assists, and 3.0 rebounds in his career.
  • Drafted by the Heat in 2015, he participated in six franchises.
  • Richardson expressed gratitude and shared post-retirement goals.
  • Dwyane Wade publicly congratulated Richardson on his retirement.
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  • 4:46 AMYahoo SportsFormer Heat guard, 32, announces immediate retirement from NBA
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Josh Richardson, who spent six of his 10 seasons in the NBA with the Miami Heat, announced his retirement in an Instagram post July 29. “I always gave my best, that’s why i can say this with no regret,” Richardson…

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