Veteran guard Damion Lee, a member of the Golden State Warriors’ 2022 NBA championship team, officially announced his retirement from professional basketball on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
The 33-year-old sharpshooter confirmed the news via Instagram, citing the physical toll of his 15-year basketball journey. His announcement prompted a heartfelt tribute from his brother-in-law and former teammate, Stephen Curry, who congratulated him on a “helluva run” and celebrated their bond as brothers and friends.
Career Overview and Highlights
Lee’s seven-season NBA career was a testament to persistence. After going undrafted out of Drexel and Louisville, he carved out a significant role as a reliable “3-and-D” contributor.
- Teams Played: Atlanta Hawks (2017–18), Golden State Warriors (2018–22), and Phoenix Suns (2022–23, 2024–25).
- The Warriors Era: Lee spent his most impactful years in the Bay Area. In the 2021-22 championship season, he appeared in 63 regular-season games and played in four games during the NBA Finals against the Boston Celtics.
- Statistical Peak: His best individual season came in 2019-20, where he averaged career highs of 12.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
- Clutch Moment: One of his most iconic plays was a game-winning top-of-the-key three-pointer against the Chicago Bulls in December 2020, securing the Warriors’ first win of that season.
NBA Career Statistics
| Category | Career Average |
| Points | 7.8 PPG |
| Rebounds | 3.2 RPG |
| Assists | 1.3 APG |
| Games Played | 315 |
| 3-Point % (Career) | ~37.4% |
A Family Affair
Lee’s time in Golden State was unique as he played alongside his brother-in-law, Stephen Curry. Lee is married to Sydel Curry-Lee, Stephen and Seth’s younger sister. In his retirement post, Lee thanked his wife and children for being his “why” and reason for persevering through injuries, including a rare double posterior root repair of his meniscus that sidelined him for the entire 2023-24 season.
Lee finished his career as a highly respected veteran, ranking as high as third in the NBA in three-point percentage (.445) during his first season with the Phoenix Suns in 2022-23.