P.J. Hairston Retires From Basketball

Posted Jul 13, 2018
P.J. Hairston: "Today is probably one of the saddest days of my life as I decide to walk away from basketball. Thank you to my fans, supporters, family, friends, and most importantly, the haters. This young kid from Greensboro never imagined playing against the greatest, going to the best college on earth, and playing with some of the best coaches and teammates ever." (Instagram)

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