Remembering Chauncey Billups' Finest Moments During NBA Career
Andrew D. Bernstein/Getty Images https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2193609-remembering-chauncey-billups-finest-moments-during-nba-career Chauncey Billups entered the NBA as a big-time player, and he'll leave it as one. ZACH BUCKLEY - SEPTEMBER 10, 2014 That part of his story stuck to the script. But all of the twists and turns taken in between—from the injuries and trades that seemed capable of derailing his career to the clutch baskets and premier performances that secured his spot in the game's history books—shaped one of the more incredible, fascinating and inspirational journeys of his generation. From "draft bust" to "Mr. Big Shot," Billups blazed a basketball trail entirely his own. And after 17 remarkable seasons in the league, his ride has finally come to an end. The 37-year-old announced his retirement Tuesday. Here's what Billups told Yahoo Sports' Marc J. Spears : It's just time. I know when it's time. My mind and my desire ...