Steve Nash Shares Funny Story About Steph Curry Prompting His Retirement
Steve Nash recalled a humorous moment that made him realize it was time to retire from professional basketball. The Suns legend spent his final two seasons with the Lakers, and after 16 years in the league, he felt the physical toll.
Preseason Game That Changed Everything
Nash described a 2013 preseason game between the Lakers and the Warriors where he tested his ability to contribute on the court. Reflecting on the game, Nash said:
“We went to play these guys preseason in like Ontario, California, or somewhere. I think they put up like 50 in the first quarter. Maybe it was 45, but it felt like a 50-piece, right? I couldn’t have probably stopped him even if I were 100 percent.”
He shared how he felt outmatched and joked about Steve Kerr constantly involving him in every play. Nash also mentioned the Lakers coach Alvin Gentry's reaction:
“I’m looking over at Steve like c’mon Stevie. Alvin Gentry over there laughing at me like, ‘No, let’s see what you got.’”
Decision to Retire
After a few more days of reflection, Nash realized it was time to step away from the game. He reached out to Lakers executive Mitch Kupchak to discuss his retirement. Nash expressed:
“You deserve a little bit of putting me out to pasture, a little bit of my retirement. It’s not something I like to talk about in public a lot.”
The Transition in Perspective
Nash also reflected on his early years compared to later in his career, sharing how his role shifted:
“When he came into the league, I still felt like the big brother a little bit, I still feel like I’ve got the upper hand here.”
This story highlights Nash's humility and how witnessing Curry's dominance helped him accept the right moment to retire.
Author's summary: Steve Nash humorously recalls a pivotal preseason game against Steph Curry’s Warriors that convinced him it was time to retire after an illustrious NBA career.
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