Theo Pinson pivots into broadcasting career

Posted Jan 20, 2025
With professional basketball is in his rearview mirror, Theo Pinson has transitioned into a career as a TV color analyst for ESPN. He also has a pair of podcasts — Run Your Race and To The Baha. Between those three jobs, Pinson said a possible return to the NBA, or playing overseas, hasn’t even crossed his mind. So, he has retired from playing pro basketball. (Dallas Mavericks)

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