Lin: I have 'no regrets' about G League stint despite failed comeback
Though Jeremy Lin didn't complete an NBA comeback, he says he has "no regrets" about giving up a starring role in the Chinese Basketball Association to play with the Golden State Warriors' G League affiliate.
"For reasons I'll never fully know, that chance never materialized," the 32-year-old guard wrote in a social media post Tuesday. "But I proved I'm better than ever and an NBA player. And like I've said before, dream big dreams, risk big heartache."
In nine appearances with the Santa Cruz Warriors this past season, Lin averaged 19.8 points, 6.4 assists, and 3.2 rebounds per game. The nine-year NBA vet also converted 50.5% from the floor overall and 42.6% on threes.
Lin's most recent NBA stretch came late in 2018-19, where he served as a bench option for the eventual NBA champion Toronto Raptors.
Lin, who prominently blazed a trail to the NBA as an Asian American, also offered words of encouragement to those who'll follow in his footsteps.
"To the next generation of Asian American ballers - man, I so wish I could have done more on the NBA court to break more barriers - (especially) now," Lin wrote. "But you guys got next.
"When you get your shot, do not hesitate. Don't worry whether anyone else thinks you belong. The world never will. If there's any chance to doubt, they will. But when you get your foot in the door, kick that door down. Then bring others up with you."
Lin added: "As for what's next, I trust what God has in store for me. ... Thanks to everyone (who) rolled (with) me on this journey."