Did AJ Griffin Retire?
Yes, Did Retire
AJ Griffin
NBA • Also known as: Adrian Darnell Griffin Jr.
Date of birth: August 25, 2003
Career started: October 19, 2022
When did AJ Griffin retire?
AJ Griffin did retire on September 29, 2024. Retired after 2 years
Why did AJ Griffin retire?
AJ Griffin retired in september 2024 to pursue full-time christian ministry
Biography
Adrian Darnell "AJ" Griffin Jr. (born August 25, 2003) is an American former professional basketball player. A five-star recruit out of Archbishop Stepinac and a standout freshman at Duke, he was drafted 16th overall by the Atlanta Hawks in 2022. Griffin played two NBA seasons, highlighted by clutch game-winners as a rookie, before retiring in September 2024 to pursue full-time Christian ministry, stating he was "giving up basketball to follow Jesus." He has since shared his testimony through interviews and ministry work.
Teams/Organizations
- Atlanta Hawks (2022–2024)
- College Park Skyhawks (2024, G League)
- Houston Rockets (rights, 2024)
Achievements
- ACC All-Freshman Team (2022)
- McDonald's All-American (2021)
- NBA game-winning buzzer plays vs Raptors (Nov 19, 2022) and Bulls (Dec 11, 2022)
Retirement Status
Retired in September 2024 to pursue full-time Christian ministry
Last updated: October 3, 2025
