NBA Stars with Televised Careers Post-Retirement

John Wall, following his recent retirement announcement, is set to begin his new career as an NBA analyst at Prime's desk.

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2025 September 13 . 3:45 AM

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NBA Stars with Televised Careers Post-Retirement

In the world of basketball, the retirement of a legend often marks the end of an era. However, it seems a new one is beginning, as former players are stepping into the broadcast booth.

John Wall's retirement signals the end of the "Mixtape" era, a term that, unfortunately, remains unexplained in the given context. But Wall himself is not disappearing from the scene entirely. He will be joining Prime's desk of NBA analysts for its inaugural season of NBA coverage.

Another familiar face making the transition from court to commentary is Draymond Green. After signing a multi-year exclusive deal with Turner Sports, Green has been making waves on the TNT desk, receiving rave reviews for his contributions. If Draymond's TV potential is comparable to Charles Barkley's, it's not too crazy to think McCollum could have a long and successful career as a pragmatic analyst.

C.J. McCollum, known for his humor and charisma, made his TV debut as a contributor to ESPN's coverage of the 2022 NBA Finals. He continued his work with ESPN by joining the company's coverage of NBA Summer League. McCollum, as the former president of the NBA Player's Association, is no stranger to a forward-facing role.

Stephen Curry, age 37 and a player for the Warriors, is suggested as a potential analyst. While it's considered wishful thinking at this point, Curry's intelligence and insight could make him a valuable addition to the broadcasting world.

Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards, currently 24 years old and a player for the Timberwolves, is also being eyed for a potential TV role. Edwards' charisma and energetic personality could make for entertaining analysis. Stephen A. Smith is mentioned as a potential sparring partner for Edwards on TV.

LeBron James has also joined the ranks of former players turned analysts. He has a multi-year exclusive contract with Turner Sports to become an NBA analyst after his playing career.

As the lines between playing and commentating blur, we can expect to see more NBA stars stepping into the broadcast booth in the future. With their unique insights and personalities, these former players are sure to bring a new dimension to NBA analysis.