Mailman Comes Home To Retire

After 19 seasons, 36,928 points, and two MVP awards, Jazz legend Karl Malone has decided to retire. The "Mailman" will officially annouce his intention at a Delta Center press conference Sunday, February 13.

Selected in 1996 as one of the “50 Greatest Players in NBA History”, Malone was a two time MVP (1997, 1999) and finished his career in second place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. He is one of two players (Jerry West) to average at least 25 points in 11 consecutive seasons (1987-98), the only player in league history to be named to the All-NBA team 11 times (1989-99), scored in double figures in 575 consecutive games, third longest streak in NBA history and led the league in free-throws made a record eight times (1988-89 through 1992-93 and 1996-97 through 1998-99).

The statistical legacy that he leaves behind is unmatched in the sport. Besides the total points mark, Karl's scoring average is eighth all-time. He ranks second all-time in minutes played and field goals made. He ranks as the all-time leader in free throws made, fourth in games played, and sixth in total rebounds.

Malone left the Jazz in 2003, spending one season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After having reconstructive knee surgery this past summer, the Mailman considered joining another team in his pursuit of an NBA championship, but ultimately decided to end his route.

Fans need to be sure to keep their mouses pointed on utahjazz.com for updates, press conference info and a tribute to the greatest power forward of all-time.