Italian Basketball
Danilo Gallinari retires after 14 NBA seasons
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Veteran forward Danilo Gallinari, the No. 6 pick in the 2008 NBA Draft, announced his retirement on December 2, 2025, via social media. The 37-year-old Italian ends his career as the highest-scoring player from Italy in NBA history with 11,607 points. Gallinari played for eight NBA teams over 14 seasons, known for his 3-point shooting as a 6-foot-10 forward.
Veteran forward Danilo Gallinari announced his retirement from professional basketball on December 2, 2025, after 14 seasons in the NBA and 20 years overall. The No. 6 pick in the 2008 NBA Draft reflected on his career highlights and challenges during a Zoom interview with international journalists. Gallinari leaves as the all-time leading scorer among Italian players in the league.