Jeremy Lin, the former NBA player who became a global phenomenon with his 2012 ‘Lins’torm’ run for the New York Knicks, has officially announced his retirement from professional basketball. His meteoric rise during that season, where he led the Knicks to a surprising 14-4 record, solidified his place in NBA history. Lin’s decision to retire signifies the end of a remarkable journey that began with a humble start and rose to international acclaim.