Josh Richardson announces retirement from the NBA after 10 seasons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:37 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Josh Richardson has announced his retirement from the NBA, concluding a decade-long career that began as a second-round pick in 2015. Richardson earned recognition for his defense and shooting, becoming a beloved figure during his time with the Miami Heat and later playing for multiple teams including the 76ers, Mavericks, Celtics, and Spurs. His announcement was met with tributes from former teammates including Dwayne Wade and Tobias Harris, who praised his skills and contributions on and off the court.
- •Richardson entered the NBA as a second-round pick in 2015.
- •Known for his defense and three-point shooting.
- •Played for the Heat, 76ers, Mavericks, Celtics, Spurs.
- •Dwayne Wade and Tobias Harris reacted positively to his announcement.
- •Richardson expressed gratitude for his time in the league.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Multiple Miami Heat Players Comment On Josh Richardson's Retirement
- 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Dwayne Wade and Tobias Harris react as former teammate announces NBA retirement
"Fans and players have come together after Josh Richardson announced his retirement from the NBA. Entering the league as an overlooked second-round pick in 2015, Josh Richardson quickly turned himself into a fan favorite in Miami through sheer effort, his defense, and timely three-point shooting.
"Dwyane Wade, Hassan Whiteside and Bam Adebayo are celebrating Josh Richardson after the former second-round pick officially called it a career.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 10:00 PMMultiple Miami Heat Players Comment On Josh Richardson's Retirement
Dwyane Wade, Hassan Whiteside and Bam Adebayo are celebrating Josh Richardson after the former second-round pick officially called it a career.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 2:37 PMDwayne Wade and Tobias Harris react as former teammate announces NBA retirement
Fans and players have come together after Josh Richardson announced his retirement from the NBA. Entering the league as an overlooked second-round pick in 2015, Josh Richardson quickly turned himself into a fan favorite in Miami through sheer effort, his defense, and timely three-point shooting.
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