NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 31: Doug McDermott #11 of the Chicago Bulls looks on against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Barclays Center on October 31, 2016 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Former Chicago Bulls sharpshooter Doug McDermott has announced that he is officially retiring from basketball.
The 12-year NBA veteran leaves the game after appearing in 726 games.
During his career, McDermott started 97 gaes. He averaged 19.3 minutes on the court, shooting 41.0% from three. McDermott posted averages of 8.5 points and 2.1 rebounds.
GettyWASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 10: Doug McDermott #11 of the Chicago Bulls reacts after missing a shot against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter at Verizon Center on January 10, 2017 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
He spent three seasons of his career with the Bulls, where he started it all. In 161 games with Chicago, McDermott averaged 2.8 threes per game, knocking down 39.8% of his shots to produce 8.2 points per game.
The Bulls brought McDermott in as the No. 11 pick in the 2014 NBA Draft out of Creighton. McDermott was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2017.
GettyPHOENIX, AZ – NOVEMBER 18: Jimmy Butler #21 of the Chicago Bulls celebrates with Doug McDermott #3 after scoring against the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena on November 18, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Bulls defeated the Suns 103-97. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
“After 12 NBA seasons, Doug McDermott is retiring. Congrats to Doug on an amazing career!,” Priority Sports wrote on X.
“A salute to Doug McDermott as he wraps up a remarkable career 🫡 Congratulations on your retirement and best of luck in the future!” McDermott’s former school wrote.
GettySACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 19: Doug McDermott #7 of the Sacramento Kings gestures after making a three-point shot in the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Golden 1 Center on March 19, 2026 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
Overall, McDermott played for the Bulls, Thunder, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs, and the Sacramento Kings.
He last played for the Sacramento Kings last season. McDermott appeared in 29 games for the Kings, seeing the court for 15.1 minutes off the bench. The veteran hit on 39.0% of his threes, to average 5.7 points per game.
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Former Chicago Bulls sharpshooter Doug McDermott has announced that he is officially retiring from basketball. The 12-year NBA veteran leaves the game after appearing in 726 games. During his career, McDermott started 97 gaes. He averaged 19.3 minutes on the court, shooting 41.0% from three. McDermott posted averages of 8.5 points and 2.1 rebounds. He […]
