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Bojan Bogdanovic announces retirement
Bojan Bogdanovic has officially announced his retirement from professional basketball after a decade-long NBA career. The 36-year-old forward revealed the decision on social media, citing ongoing struggles with injuries that forced him off the court this past season. Bogdanović began the 2024/25 season with the Brooklyn Nets but was sidelined by surgeries on his left foot and wrist. He was waived by the Nets in February after undergoing season-ending foot surgery. “Sometimes in life, you don’t choose the moment. The moment chooses you,” Bogdanović wrote. “After more than 14 months battling injury and multiple surgeries, it’s time to close this chapter.”
“After more than two decades in the game, the moment has arrived to say goodbye to basketball. Not just as a sport, but as a part of who I am. I’m closing this chapter, but my love for the game remains. I didn’t reach the end. I’ve reached the other side of the beginning…” He also touched on his European career. “I’ve had the privilege of playing for clubs that left their mark on both European and NBA basketball. From Mostar and Zrinjski, to Real Madrid and Murcia, then to Cibona and Fenerbahce, I wore every jersey with pride“.
Nets to waive Bojan Bogdanovic
Shams Charania: The Nets are waiving veteran forward Bojan Bogdanovic, sources said, freeing up two open roster spots to sign Hayes and two-way guard Tyrese Martin to a standard NBA contract.
Bojan Bogdanovic done for season
Shams Charania: Brooklyn Nets forward Bojan Bogdanovic will undergo season-ending foot surgery, sources tell ESPN. Bogdanovic last played on April 28, 2024 for the Knicks before having an initial surgery on his left foot.
Yossi Gozlan: Potential buyout candidates with salaries above the $12.8 million mid-level: Malcolm Brogdon Bruce Brown Ben Simmons Bojan Bogdanovic The Celtics, Nuggets, Lakers, Bucks, Wolves, Knicks, and Suns wouldn't be able to sign these players since they're above the first apron.
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Bojan Bogdanovic has finally resumed on-court activities for the Nets, sources told The Post. Considering how long the sharpshooter has been out, it could be some time before he’s actually cleared to suit and play.
Erik Slater: Nets Status Report - 12/16 vs. Cleveland: QUESTIONABLE: T.Martin - G League - two-way OUT: Bogdanović - left foot injury recovery Melton - trade pending Thomas - left hamstring strain Williams - left knee sprain Beekman - trade pending J.Martin - G League - two-way
Forward Bojan Bogdanovic is also hoping to make his return sometime in December. NBA executives around the league expect the Nets to showcase Bogdanovic before the trade deadline and believe he could be worth a second-round pick if he looks healthy.
Fourth-year gunner Cam Thomas (24.6 points per game) failed to come to terms on an extension and is widely considered to be available, but Brooklyn’s list of possibilities hardly ends there. They have proven vets like Dennis Schröder and Bojan Bogdanovicć, who has yet to play this season because of left foot surgery but is progressing toward a return.
Erik Slater: Nic Claxton (lower back tightness) is questionable tomorrow at the Knicks. Dorian Finney-Smith (left ankle sprain) is probably. Ben Simmons (left calf tightness) is not on the injury report. Trendon Watford, Day’Ron Sharpe, and Bojan Bogdanovic remain out.
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Bojan Bogdanovic back in December?
The Nets haven’t offered any update on Bogdanovic’s progress. A source said one isn’t expected until next month. “I saw him on the court shooting [Wednesday]. But playing 5-on-5 and in a real game, he’s progressing well. We’re not gonna give an exact date, but he’s doing good,” Fernandez said. “He’s in good spirits, he had a good week. He was with us on the road. Having him around is important because he’s a veteran. He’ll talk in huddles, he gives guys tips on what to do and his involvement is very important.”
Erik Slater: Jordi Fernandez on Bojan Bogdanovic's rehab progress: "He’s progressing well. We’re not gonna give an exact date, but he’s doing good. He’s in good spirits, he had a good week, he was with us on the road. Having him around is very important because he’s a veteran and he’ll talk in huddles, he gives the guys all these tips on what to do during the games. His involvement is very important. To me, that means that he’s working, he cares, and whenever he’s physically ready, he’ll be good for us. I’m very happy to have him around. I’ve known him since when he was a little kid, he played for Real Madrid, then he came to the NBA... I’m very excited to get to coach him.”
Dennis Schroeder, Dorian Finney-Smith, Bojan Bogdanovic expected to be traded before February deadline
Dennis Schröder, Dorian Finney-Smith, Bojan Bogdanović are all quality vets possessing sub-$20 million salaries and frequently mentioned by rival teams as players they expect to be moved between now and the Feb. 6 trade deadline. With first-year coach Jordi Fernandez clearly trying to win games, Brooklyn might have to ponder stripping down even earlier than it imagined.
Erik Slater: Trendon Watford is probable for the Nets tomorrow vs. Chicago after missing several weeks with a hamstring strain. Nic Claxton returns after a rest night. Bojan Bogdanovic and Day'Ron Sharpe remain out.
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