Former NBA 9th Overall Pick Officially Retires From Basketball

Former NBA point guard D.J. Augustin announced his retirement.

Mar 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D.J. Augustin (4) during a stoppage in play in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

D.J. Augustin most recently played in the NBA during the 2021-22 season when he was a member of the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers.

He finished that year with averages of 5.3 points, 1.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per contest while shooting 42.3% from the field and 41.5% from the three-point range in 55 games (two starts).

On Sunday, the 36-year-old announced that he is officially retiring from basketball.

Via Augustin's Instagram post: "Today, I’m officially announcing my retirement from the game I’ve loved for so long. Basketball has been more than a sport, it has been a journey filled with unforgettable memories, friendships, lessons and experiences beyond the court.

From growing up in New Orleans, with a dream of making it to the NBA to having a 15 season career, fulfilling that dream. I’m grateful for every high and every low, every team, every city, and every fan who’s supported me and my family along the way.

I want to thank my wife for making every house a home, my children for being my motivation, my parents for their sacrifices, my sisters and my family for their unwavering support. I’m thankful for my teammates for the brotherhood we share. To my coaches and staff, thank you for your guidance. To the fans, your love and support has made this journey unforgettable.

As I walk into the next chapter of my life, I carry with me the values that basketball has taught me: resilience, hard work, and dedication.

I may be retiring as a player, but I’ll always be connected to this game we all love.

Thank you for being apart of my story.

- DJ"

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Augustin was the ninth pick in the 2008 NBA Draft out of Texas.

He played for the Charlotte Bobcats, Orlando Magic, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, Milwaukee Bucks, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Lakers and Toronto Raptors over 14 seasons.

Mar 27, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D.J. Augustin (4) drives on New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) in the second quarter at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-Imagn Images / Chuck Cook-Imagn Images

Augustin had career averages of 9.5 points, 1.8 rebounds and 3.9 assists per contest while shooting 41.2% from the field and 38.1% from the three-point range in 976 regular season games.

He also appeared in 38 NBA playoff games (six starts).