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Marc Gasol Calls it Quits After A Glorious 20-Year Basketball Journey

Photo: Instagram/Marc Gasol Marc Gasol has officially retired from professional basketball, concluding a remarkable two-decade career, in a surprising announcement. The 39-year-old Spaniard, known for his contributions to both NBA and international play, leaves behind a legacy marked by triumphs and accolades. Gasol's basketball odyssey commenced in Spain, playing for FC Barcelona and CB Girona, before entering the NBA in 2007. Photo: Instagram/Marc Gasol Drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, his journey took a significant turn as he was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he etched his name in the franchise's history. His decade-long tenure with the Grizzlies saw him break records, earn All-Rookie Second Team honors, and establish himself as a force in the league. A pivotal moment came in 2019 when Gasol joined the Toronto Raptors, contributing to their NBA championship victory over the Golden State Warriors. - Final d’un capítol. Gràcies - End of a chapter. Thank you - Final ...

Jaren Jackson Jr. Named NBA's 2022-23 Defensive Player of The Year With Memphis Grizzlies

Photo: Instagram/Jaren Jackson Jr. On Monday, the NBA announced that Jaren Jackson Jr . of the Memphis Grizzlies has been awarded the 2022-23 Defensive Player of the Year award. Jackson led the league with an average of three blocks per game, while also averaging one steal per game. Despite missing the first month of the season, the Grizzlies had the third-best defense in the NBA, allowing 110.3 points per 100 possessions, since his return on Nov. 15. Photo: Instagram/Jaren Jackson Jr., the Allstar of Memphis Grizzlies, has recently been awarded the title of 2022-2023 Kia Defensive Player of the Year. Jackson faced some tough competition throughout the year. Brook Lopez of the Milwaukee Bucks was the favorite for much of the season, and Evan Mobley of the Cleveland Cavaliers made a strong push towards the end. Jackson's playing time was also called into question by some voters, as he was on the court for only 45% of the Grizzlies' total minutes this season. Earlier in the ...