The NBA is losing one of its sharpshooters, as Doug McDermott is retiring from the league, according to Priority Sports. McDermott played 12 years in the league, averaging 8.5 points and shooting 41% from the 3-point line. Mark Bartelstein shared a message about McDermott on social media.

“What an amazing story our guy Doug has written. Overlooked out of high school, Doug went on to have one of the greatest careers in college basketball history at Creighton. Doug gave Bluejay fans one unforgettable moment after another. Over the last 12 years in the NBA, Doug has been one of the league's most elite shooters, and he has been beloved and respected by each and every one of his teammates and coaches. It has all added up to such a special career. Congrats, Doug! We couldn't be more proud of everything you have accomplished, and more importantly, everything that you stand for!” Bartelstein wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

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