**After a lengthy and distinguished basketball career, former Celtics guard Kemba Walker has announced his retirement at 34. Walker revealed his decision to retire on social media Tuesday, marking the end of his time on the court.*
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**Walker most recently competed for AS Monaco in France’s premier league. Prior to that, he played 12 seasons in the NBA, including eight with the Hornets. He spent two seasons with the Celtics from 2019 to 2021, earning an All-Star selection in 2020 before the pandemic began. During his career, Walker was a four-time All-Star after being the ninth overall pick in the 2011 draft.**
**In the 2019 offseason, the Celtics signed Walker to a four-year contract amidst significant roster changes, as Kyrie Irving and Al Horford departed Boston. Walker was acquired in a sign-and-trade deal that also sent Terry Rozier to the Hornets. Initially, the Celtics found success, with Walker making an All-Star appearance and teammates Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum further developing their skills.**
