Maya Moore

A four-time WNBA champion after a stellar college career, Moore last played in 2018 before walking away to help free from prison a man who became her ...

“It’s great that Maya was able to walk away on her own terms at the top of her game while she was still a champion,” Auriemma continued. Moore met Irons in 2007, when he was a decade into a 50-year prison sentence handed to him after the nonfatal shooting of a homeowner in the St. At the same time, to be able to make this decision says to me that she is so committed to the life and family that she’s built and the causes she’s fighting for now. They welcomed [a baby boy](https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/wnba-star-maya-moore-baby-now-husband-helped-86230515) into the world in February 2022. Moore came to conclude that Irons, who was arrested at 16 and placed behind bars in 1997, was the victim of prosecutorial misconduct. In March 2020, his conviction was overturned by a judge after his lawyers argued there was no evidence corroborating the homeowner’s testimony that Irons broke into his home and committed the assault, with the judge also noting that a relevant fingerprint report was not disclosed to Irons’s original defense team. At the time, she was a high-schooler participating in a youth ministry program. “Maya Moore has forever left a mark on the state of Minnesota, the Minnesota Lynx franchise and the hearts of Lynx fans everywhere,” Lynx owner Glen Taylor said in a statement Monday. In that span, she also led the Minnesota Lynx to four WNBA titles, set franchise records in a number of categories and was named the league’s 2011 rookie of the year and its 2014 MVP. “I’m sure this was a very difficult decision for her and her family. Moore’s college career was arguably even more impressive than her stint in the pros. The work we’ve done, I want to continue that in this next chapter.”

Maya Moore has decided to retire officially from playing basketball after a remarkable career on and off the court.

“Maya Moore has forever left a mark on the state of Minnesota, the Minnesota Lynx franchise and the hearts of Lynx fans everywhere,” Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx owner Glen Taylor said. “Her four WNBA championships, six All-Star selections, an MVP award and a Finals MVP trophy are indicative of the type of rare, generational talent Maya brought to this league, but perhaps her greatest legacy will be what she accomplished beyond the game. “On behalf of the Minnesota Lynx organization, I want to congratulate Maya on an incredible basketball career,” Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said. Moore was one of the rare athletes to leave their sport in the prime of their career. “Well, I think it’s time to put a close to the pro basketball life,” Moore said. Irons [married Moore soon after his release](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/sep/16/maya-moore-basketball-marries-man-free-from-prison-jonathan-irons-wnba) and the couple had their first child, Jonathan Jr, in July.

MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL – Minnesota Lynx forward Maya Moore this morning announced her official retirement from the WNBA on ABC's “Good Morning America”, ...

Over her eight-year WNBA career, Moore appeared in 271 regular season games (all starts) and averaged 18.4 ppg (45.3% shooting), 5.9 rpg and 3.3 apg. A three-time Big East Player of the Year, Moore became the first player – male or female – to capture the Big East Player of the Year honors as a freshman (2007-08). Moore appeared in as many NCAA Final Fours (four) over her career as she had total losses (four) and finished with an unblemished 81-0 at home. Moore appeared in 56 postseason contests, posting averages of 19.2 ppg (on 46.6% shooting), 6.0 rpg and 3.2 apg. “Maya Moore has forever left a mark on the state of Minnesota, the Minnesota Lynx franchise and the hearts of Lynx fans everywhere,” said Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx owner Glen Taylor. After the 2014 season, Moore was named league MVP finishing the season with a career-high 812 points (23.9 ppg), connecting on 295-of-613 from the field (48.1%), a career best 276 rebounds, 116 assists and 64 steals in 34 games played. Wooden and Naismith Awards twice (2009, 2011), and became only the second player in NCAA history to achieve four-time All-America status. Moore entered the WNBA as the only three-time Wade Trophy winner (2009, 2010, 2011) in NCAA history. Moore is one of two players (Diana Taurasi) to tally at least three games scoring 40+ points in the regular season and the only player in WNBA history to have at least four 40+ scoring performances in both the regular season and playoffs throughout their career. Additionally, Moore holds the single-season franchise record for points (812, 2014) and scoring average (23.9, 2014). Moore was drafted by Minnesota No.1 overall in the 2011 WNBA Draft and appeared in 271 games (all starts) and averaged 18.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.7 steals per game. I will forever be grateful for Glen Taylor, Coach Reeve and the Lynx community for all of the support and am excited to continue this next chapter in my life.”

WNBA great Maya Moore, who stepped away from the game in 2019 to help now-husband Jonathan Irons win his release from prison, will officially retire.

“We will always cherish her time in a Lynx uniform and we wish her the best as she continues to pursue this next chapter of her life.” I’m sure this was a very difficult decision for her and her family,” UConn coach Geno Auriemma said. While today culminates Maya’s basketball career, there is no doubt she will continue to impact the game we all love.” 1 by the Lynx in 2011, winning Rookie of the Year and going on to average 18.4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.7 steals over eight seasons for Minnesota. I just felt such a sense of purpose.” Irons married Moore soon after his release and the couple had their first child, Jonathan Jr., in July.

Moore entered the WNBA in 2011 as the No. 1 pick of the Minnesota Lynx on the heels of leading UConn to the national title. She captured the Rookie of the Year ...

“Her four WNBA championships, six All-Star selections, an MVP award and a Finals MVP trophy are indicative of the type of rare, generational talent Maya brought to this league, but perhaps her greatest legacy will be what she accomplished beyond the game. She holds the single-season franchise record for points (812, 2014) and scoring average (23.9, 2014). I will forever be grateful for Glen Taylor, Coach Reeve and the Lynx community for all of the support and am excited to continue this next chapter in my life.” Minnesota appeared in the playoffs eight consecutive seasons with Moore on the roster. “Ever since I was drafted in 2011, the state of Minnesota, Lynx organization and fan base welcomed me with open arms and supported me throughout my entire career. Moore entered the WNBA in 2011 as the No.

The London 2012 and Rio 2016 gold medallist won four WNBA championships with the Minnesota Lynx, two world championship titles and two NCAA titles with ...

With the two NCAA titles she won during her college years at the University of Connecticut, Moore retires to one of women's basketball's most elite groups. She helped her country to two Olympic gold medals ( I want to continue that in our next chapter.” “I think it’s time to put a close to the pro basketball like,” Moore said in an interview. The couple welcomed their first child, Jonathan Jr, in July last year: Moore took a step back from the WNBA in 2019 to focus on criminal justice reform.

Maya Moore has decided to retire officially from playing basketball. The Minnesota Lynx great stepped away from the WNBA in 2019 to help her now-husband ...

“We will always cherish her time in a Lynx uniform and we wish her the best as she continues to pursue this next chapter of her life.” I’m sure this was a very difficult decision for her and her family,” UConn coach Geno Auriemma said. “It's been a real journey writing and telling this story,” Moore said. While today culminates Maya’s basketball career, there is no doubt she will continue to impact the game we all love.” “It was totally her decision and you know it brewed from her heart,” he said. “Maya obviously has thought this out and I’m sure it wasn’t a decision that came easily. 1 by the Lynx in 2011, winning the Rookie of the Year award and going on to average 18.4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.7 steals over eight seasons for Minnesota. “Maya Moore has forever left a mark on the state of Minnesota, the Minnesota Lynx franchise and the hearts of Lynx fans everywhere,” Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx owner Glen Taylor said. ... I'm excited to able to give the clarity to the basketball world." “I was gonna root for her whatever she chose to do. Irons married Moore soon after his release and the couple had their first child, Jonathan Jr., in February. “Talk about it in a celebratory way.

Maya Moore knew it was time to officially end her basketball career - four years after stepping away. The Minnesota Lynx star left the WNBA in 2019 to help ...

... I'm excited to able to give the clarity to the basketball world." She announced her decision to retire on Monday on ABC's "Good Morning America." Irons married Moore soon after his release and the couple had their first child, Jonathan Jr., in February.

Maya Moore knew it was time to officially end her basketball career - four years after stepping away. The Minnesota Lynx star left the WNBA in 2019 to help ...

... I'm excited to able to give the clarity to the basketball world." She announced her decision to retire on Monday on ABC's "Good Morning America." Irons married Moore soon after his release and the couple had their first child, Jonathan Jr., in February.