Research: Which players retired (or were retired) from the NBA each year?

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Fri, Nov 8, 2024, 6:32 a.m.·14 min read

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers talks with former teammate Brian Shaw after scoring 60 points in his final NBA game at Staples Center on April 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers defeated the Utah Jazz 101-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Every year, NBA royalty disappears from the league for good. More often than not, that happens quietly. But that was not the case in 2016, when Kobe Bryant went out with a Hollywood ending by scoring 60 points in a widely expected final game against the Utah Jazz.

Kobe was not the only big-time NBA legend to finish their career that season, as Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett left the game that year too. All in all, the players who retired from the NBA that season combined for 71 All-Star appearances, which makes it easily the most decorated retirement class in league history.

How do other retirement classes compare to 2016? You can see for yourself below. (We start with 2022 because we're not sure some of the 2023 guys like John Wall or Victor Oladipo are 100 percent done with the league).

2022: 44 All-Stars combined

Mar 5, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) points into the stands before a game against the Golden State Warriors at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, LaMarcus Aldridge, Joe Johnson, Paul Millsap, DeMarcus Cousins, Rajon Rondo

Non-All-Stars: Louis Williams, Trevor Ariza, Eric Bledsoe, DJ Augustin, Darren Collison, Greg Monroe, Derrick Favors, Enes Kanter

2021: 4 All-Stars combined

Jan 14, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Marc Gasol, Jeff Teague

Non-All-Stars: JJ Redick, Ersan Ilyasova, Jared Dudley, Al-Farouq Aminu, Patrick Patterson, E'Twaun Moore, Anderson Varejao, Anthony Tolliver

2020: 12 All-Stars combined

4 Jan 2002: Guard Vince Carter #15 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball during the NBA game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Ron Turenne /NBAE/Getty Images

All-Stars: Vince Carter, Joakim Noah, Tyson Chandler, Kyle Korver

Non-All-Stars: Jamal Crawford, JR Smith, Marvin Williams, Wilson Chandler, Marco Belinelli, Ryan Anderson, Courtney Lee, Jose Juan Barea

2019: 42 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade, Tony Parker, Pau Gasol, Luol Deng, Devin Harris

Non-All-Stars: Nenê, Raymond Felton, Tyreke Evans, Nick Young, Marcin Gortat, Jose Calderon, Channing Frye, Michael Beasley

2018: 7 All-Stars combined

Dec 18, 2015; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Manu Ginobili (20) drives to the basket against Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) at the AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Erich Schlegel-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Zach Randolph, Manu Ginobili, David West, Jameer Nelson

Non-All-Stars: Jason Terry, Richard Jefferson, Al Jefferson, Josh Smith, Jarrett Jack, Arron Afflalo, Brandon Jennings, Emeka Okafor

2017: 18 All-Stars combined

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 28: Paul Pierce #34 of the Boston Celtics reacts during a game against the Charlotte Bobcats at the TD Banknorth Garden on October 28, 2009 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Paul Pierce, Deron Williams, Roy Hibbert, David Lee, Metta World Peace

Non-All-Stars: Monta Ellis, Mike Dunleavy, Mike Miller, Boris Diaw, Leandro Barbosa, Luis Scola, Rodney Stuckey, Randy Foye

2016: 71 All-Stars combined

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 22: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles around Lance Stephenson #1 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of a game at Staples Center on March 22, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan, Chris Bosh, Amare Stoudemire, Elton Brand, Caron Butler, Chris Kaman, Maurice Williams

Non-All-Stars: Andre Miller, Kevin Martin, Tayshaun Prince, Kirk Hinrich, Drew Gooden, Andrea Bargnani, OJ Mayo, Charlie Villanueva

2015: 10 All-Stars combined

Jan 13, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Shawn Marion (31) reacts to a call during the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. Phoenix won 107-100. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Shawn Marion, Carlos Boozer, Danny Granger, Andrei Kirilenko, Kenyon Martin, Gerald Wallace

Non-All-Stars: Jason Richardson, Ben Gordon, Hidayet Turkoglu, John Salmons, Luke Ridnour, Samuel Dalembert, Willie Green, Brendan Haywood

2014: 34 All-Stars combined

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 03: Ray Allen #34 of the Seattle SuperSonics drives by Smush Parker #1 of the of the Los Angeles Lakers as Parker runs through a screen in the fourth quarter on November 3, 2006 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Lisa Blumenfeld/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Ray Allen, Steve Nash, Jermaine O'Neal, Chauncey Billups, Rashard Lewis, Antawn Jamison, Andrew Bynum

Non-All-Stars: Al Harrington, Stephen Jackson, Derek Fisher, Shane Battier, Mike James (1975), Andray Blatche, Earl Watson, Travis Outlaw

2013: 31 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Jason Kidd, Grant Hill, Rasheed Wallace, Brandon Roy, Richard Hamilton, Jerry Stackhouse, Juwan Howard, Josh Howard

Non-All-Stars: Corey Maggette, Lamar Odom, Marcus Camby, Kurt Thomas, Quentin Richardson, Troy Murphy, Eddy Curry, DeShawn Stevenson

2012: 21 All-Stars combined

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 27: Orlando Magic's Tracy McGrady display threes on each hand after shooting a three pointer to the score at 92 points to send the game into overtime during the game against Charlotte Hornets at the first round of Eastern Conference playoffs at the TD Waterhouse Centre in Orlando, FL, 27 April 2002. The Magic lost 100 to 110 as the Hornets pulled ahead and won game three. (Photo credit should read CALVIN KNIGHT/AFP via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Tracy McGrady, Ben Wallace, Gilbert Arenas, Baron Davis, Brad Miller, Jamaal Magloire, Mehmet Okur, Michael Redd

Non-All-Stars: Mike Bibby, Larry Hughes, Erick Dampier, Raja Bell, Earl Boykins, Andres Nocioni, Tony Battie, TJ Ford

2011: 30 All-Stars combined

May 14, 1995; Chicago, IL, USA; Orlando Magic center Shaquille O'Neal (32) shoots a free throw against the Chicago Bulls during the 1995 playoffs at Chicago Stadium. The Bulls beat the Magic 106-95. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Shaquille O'Neal, Yao Ming, Predrag Stojakovic, Zydrunas Ilgauskas, Antonio McDyess, Theo Ratliff

Non-All-Stars: Joe Smith, Jason Williams, Morris Peterson, James Posey, Antonio Daniels, Eddie House, Nenad Krstic, Carlos Arroyo

2010: 13 All-Stars combined

November 2, 2009; Sacramento, CA, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Allen Iverson (3) talks to a teammate during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Arco Arena. The Kings defeated the Grizzlies 127-116 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Allen Iverson, Michael Finley

Non-All-Stars: Ricky Davis, Tim Thomas, Lindsey Hunter, Desmond Mason, Chucky Atkins, Rafer Alston, Kenny Thomas, Radoslav Nesterovic

2009: 11 All-Stars combined

NEW YORK - DECEMBER 29: Stephon Marbury #3 of the New York Knicks dribbles the ball against Sam Cassell #19 of the Minnesota Timberwolves on December 29, 2004 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The Knicks won 100-87. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo by: Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Dikembe Mutombo, Stephon Marbury, Wally Szczerbiak

Non-All-Stars: Cuttino Mobley, Donyell Marshall, Brent Barry, Matt Harpring, Bobby Jackson, Lorenzen Wright, Brevin Knight, Bruce Bowen

2008: 28 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Alonzo Mourning, Chris Webber, Anfernee Hardaway, Steve Francis, Eddie Jones, Antoine Walker, Sam Cassell, Shareef Abdur-Rahim, Luke Jackson

Non-All-Stars: Damon Stoudamire, PJ Brown, Robert Horry, Darrell Armstrong, Derek Anderson, Bonzi Wells, Ruben Patterson, Eric Piatkowski

2007: 12 All-Stars combined

LANDOVER, MD - CIRCA 1991: Gary Payton #2 of the Seattle Supersonics dribbles the ball up court against the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1991 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Payton played for the Supersonics from 1990-2003. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Gary Payton, Clifford Robinson, Dale Davis, Kevin Willis

Non-All-Stars: Jalen Rose, David Wesley, Doug Christie, Corliss Williamson, Maurice Taylor, Aaron McKie, Eric Williams, Alan Henderson

2006: 6 All-Stars combined

Vin Baker played for six teams in a career that saw him average 15 ppg and 7.4 rpg. He was named to the All-Star team four times. (Donald Miralle /Allsport)

All-Stars: Vin Baker, Antonio Davis, Nick Van Exel

Non-All-Stars: Jim Jackson, Toni Kukoc, Keith Van Horn, Lamond Murray, Stacey Augmon, Brian Grant, Calbert Cheaney, Voshon Lenard

2005: 19 All-Stars combined

PORTLAND, OR - 1989: Reggie Miller #31 of the Indiana Pacers looks on against the Portland Trail Blazers during a game played circa 1989 at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1989 NBAE (Photo by Brian Drake/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Reggie Miller, Latrell Sprewell, Allan Houston, Glenn Robinson, Christian Laettner, Steve Smith, Vlade Divac, Tom Gugliotta, Kenny Anderson, Derrick Coleman

Non-All-Stars: Rod Strickland, Kendall Gill, Elden Campbell, Clarence Weatherspoon, Rodney Rogers, Wesley Person, Anthony Peeler, Kerry Kittles

2004: 30 All-Stars combined

Karl Malone of the Utah Jazz fights for position under the basket with Shawn Kemp of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first quarter 07 March 2000 in Salt Lkae City, Utah. AFP PHOTO/George FREY (Photo by GEORGE FREY / AFP) (Photo credit should read GEORGE FREY/AFP via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Karl Malone, Scottie Pippen, Glen Rice, Dana Barros, Charles Oakley, Tyrone Hill, Mark Jackson, Jamal Mashburn, Horace Grant

Non-All-Stars: Rick Fox, Avery Johnson, Olden Polynice, Bimbo Coles, Tracy Murray, Hubert Davis, Robert Pack, Sean Rooks

2003: 48 All-Stars combined

1991: Michael Jordan #23 of the Chicago Bulls waits on the court during a game against the Dallas Mavricks. Mandatory Credit: Joe Patronite /Allsport

All-Stars: Michael Jordan, David Robinson, John Stockton, Shawn Kemp, Tim Hardaway, Danny Manning, Anthony Mason

Non-All-Stars: Grant Long, Walt Williams, LaPhonso Ellis, Brian Shaw, Danny Ferry, Chris Mills, Arvydas Sabonis, Steve Kerr

2002: 39 All-Stars combined

Apr 8, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Houston Rockets center #34 HAKEEM OLAJUWON in action against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: Photo By USA TODAY Sports (c) Copyright USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Hakeem Olajuwon, Patrick Ewing, Mitch Richmond, Dan Majerle, Terrell Brandon, Terry Porter, Chris Gatling, John Starks, Mookie Blaylock

Non-All-Stars: Johnny Newman, Dell Curry, Nick Anderson, Derrick McKey, Isaiah Rider, Sam Mitchell, Vinny Del Negro, George McCloud

2001: 16 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Chris Mullin, Detlef Schrempf, Larry Johnson (1969), Sean Elliott, Cedric Ceballos, Hersey Hawkins, Otis Thorpe, A.C. Green

Non-All-Stars: Sam Perkins, Ron Harper, Jerome Kersey, Vernon Maxwell, Tyrone Corbin, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Sherman Douglas, Terry Mills

2000: 22 All-Stars combined

HOUSTON, : Houston Rockets player Charles Barkley reacts to a basket 25 May in game four of the NBA Western Conference championship against the Utah Jazz at The Summit in Houston, TX. The Rockets beat the Jazz 95-92 to even the best-of-seven series at 2-2. AFP PHOTO/ROBERT SULLIVAN (Photo credit should read ROBERT SULLIVAN/AFP via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Charles Barkley, Kevin Johnson, Terry Cummings, Dennis Rodman, Dale Ellis, BJ Armstrong, Jeff Hornacek, Rik Smits

Non-All-Stars: Chuck Person, Armen Gilliam, Rex Chapman, Benoit Benjamin, Antoine Carr, Michael Cage, Dennis Scott, Mark West

1999: 16 All-Stars combined

1991: Dominique Wilkins #21 of the Atlanta Hawks passes during a 1991-1992 NBA season game against the Denver Nuggets. (Photo by Tim DeFrisco/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Dominique Wilkins, Joe Dumars, Jayson Williams

Non-All-Stars: Eddie Johnson, Derek Harper, Herb Williams, Thurl Bailey, Gerald Wilkins, Rony Seikaly, Hot Rod Williams, Danny Schayes

1998: 23 All-Stars combined

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All-Stars: Clyde Drexler, Mark Price, Tom Chambers, Buck Williams, Xavier McDaniel, Ricky Pierce

Non-All-Stars: Spud Webb, Alton Lister, Greg Anderson, Ledell Eackles, Nate McMillan, Brad Lohaus, Scott Brooks, Vincent Askew

1997: 14 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Robert Parish, Larry Nance, Kevin Duckworth

Non-All-Stars: Byron Scott, Wayman Tisdale, John Long, Kenny Smith, Sedale Threatt, Ken Norman, Charles Smith (1965), LaSalle Thompson

1996: 20 All-Stars combined

Earvin Magic Johnson #32, Shooting Guard and Power Forward for the Los Angeles Lakers prepares to shoot a free throw during the NBA Pacific Division basketball game against the Indiana Pacers on 3rd March 1989 at the Great Western Forum arena in Inglewood, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Lakers won the game 139 - 117. (Photo by Tim DeFrisco/Allsport/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Magic Johnson, Alvin Robertson, Jeff Malone, Michael Adams, Doc Rivers

Non-All-Stars: James Edwards, Vern Fleming, Scott Skiles, Jerry Reynolds, Kenny Gattison, Jeff Turner, Jon Koncak, Tim Perry

1995: 16 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1982: Moses Malone #24 of the Houston Rockets shoots a jump shot against Robert Parish #00 and Tiny Archibald #7 of the Boston Celtics during a game played in 1982 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1982 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Moses Malone, Danny Ainge, Sleepy Floyd, Bill Cartwright, James Donaldson

Non-All-Stars: Jay Humphries, Tony Campbell, Rod Higgins, Tree Rollins, Johnny Dawkins, Cliff Levingston, Sam Bowie, John Battle

1994: 37 All-Stars combined

James Worthy #42, Small Forward, and Power Forward for the Los Angeles Lakers prepares to shoot a free throw during the NBA Pacific Division basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers on 7th March 1984 at the Forum arena in Inglewood, Los Angeles, California, United States. The Philadelphia 76ers won the game 113 - 105. (Photo by Alvin Chung/Allsport/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Isiah Thomas, James Worthy, Brad Daugherty, Rolando Blackman, Bill Laimbeer, Mark Aguirre, Fat Lever

Non-All-Stars: Orlando Woolridge, Mike Gminski, Ron Anderson, John Bagley, John Paxson, Frank Johnson, Randy Breuer, Randy White

1993: 20 All-Stars combined

SACRAMENTO, CA - 1989: Maurice Cheeks of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against the Sacramento Kings during the 1988-1989 NBA season game at the Arco Arena in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Kevin McHale, Maurice Cheeks, Bernard King, Kiki Vandeweghe, Jeff Ruland, Mark Eaton, Reggie Lewis

Non-All-Stars: Rodney McCray, Terry Teagle, Paul Pressey, Terry Catledge, Darrell Walker, Trent Tucker, Larry Smith, Mike Sanders

1992: 23 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Larry Bird, Walter Davis, Ralph Sampson, Rickey Green

Non-All-Stars: Vinnie Johnson, Cliff Robinson, Brad Davis, Wayne Cooper, Gerald Henderson Sr, Rory Sparrow, Quintin Dailey, Albert King

1991: 31 All-Stars combined

1989-1990: Center Jack Sikma of the Milwaukee Bucks in action with the ball. Mandatory Credit: Allsport /Allsport

All-Stars: Alex English, Jack Sikma, Adrian Dantley, Sidney Moncrief, Reggie Theus, Kelly Tripucka, Joe Barry Carroll

Non-All-Stars: Mychal Thompson, Darrell Griffith, Mike Woodson, Robert Reid, Dave Greenwood, Larry Drew, Dave Corzine, Steve Johnson

1990: 13 All-Stars combined

LANDOVER, MD - CIRCA 1978: Dennis Johnson #24 of the Seattle Supersonics looks to pass the ball against the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1978 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Johnson played for the Supersonics from 1976-80. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

All-Stars: Dennis Johnson, Marques Johnson, Jim Paxson, Calvin Natt

Non-All-Stars: Purvis Short, John Lucas, Jay Vincent, Michael Cooper, Caldwell Jones, Bill Hanzlik, Lewis Lloyd, Mike McGee

1989: 25 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Otis Birdsong, Norm Nixon

Non-All-Stars: Greg Ballard, Terry Tyler, Darryl Dawkins, Phil Hubbard, Allen Leavell, Darwin Cook, Jerome Whitehead, Dudley Bradley

1988: 16 All-Stars combined

PHILADELPHIA, PA - CIRCA 1982: Andrew Toney #22 of the Philadelphia 76ers goes and grabs a rebound against the Denver Nuggets during an NBA basketball game circa 1982 at The Spectrum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Toney played for the 76ers from 1980-88. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andrew Toney

All-Stars: Artis Gilmore, Maurice Lucas, Andrew Toney, Kermit Washington, World B. Free, Alvan Adams, Mike Mitchell

Non-All-Stars: Cedric Maxwell, Kent Benson, Louis Orr, Steve Stipanovich, James Bailey, Mike Evans, Clemon Johnson, Michael Brooks

1987: 22 All-Stars combined

Philadelphia 76ers forward Julius Erving (6) lays the ball up against the Boston Celtics in the 1981 season at the Boston Garden.
Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports — Philadelphia 76ers forward Julius Erving (6) lays the ball up against the Boston Celtics in the 1981 season at the Boston Garden. Dick Raphael-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Julius Erving, Dan Roundfield, Scott Wedman, Fast Eddie Johnson, Bill Walton, Gus Williams

Non-All-Stars: Junior Bridgeman, Ray Williams, Mark Olberding, Kenny Carr, Gene Banks, Kyle Macy, Clark Kellogg, Al Wood

1986: 26 All-Stars combined

Basketball: San Antonio Spurs George Gervin (44) in action vs Phoenix Suns during preseason game at NAU Walkup Skydome. Flagstaff, AZ 9/19/1980 CREDIT: Andy Hayt (Photo by Andy Hayt /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X24874 )

All-Stars: George Gervin, Bob McAdoo, Micheal Ray Richardson, Bobby Jones, Jamaal Wilkes, Lonnie Shelton

Non-All-Stars: Mickey Johnson, Ricky Sobers, Johnny Davis (1955), Rich Kelley, Ron Brewer, Quinn Buckner, Tom McMillen, Kelvin Ransey

1985: 9 All-Stars combined

UNITED STATES - MAY 13: Basketball: NBA Playoffs, Portland Trail Blazers Lionel Hollins (14) in action vs Los Angeles Lakers, Game 4, Portland, OR 5/13/1977 (Photo by Hank Delespinasse/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (SetNumber: X21459 TK2 R5 F12)

All-Stars: Truck Robinson, John Drew, Campy Russell, Dan Issel, Billy Knight, Lionel Hollins, Don Buse

Non-All-Stars: Kevin Grevey, M.L. Carr, Phil Ford, Joe Meriweather, Billy Paultz, Reggie King, Charlie Criss, Alvin Scott

1984: 36 All-Stars combined

Unknown date and unknown location; USA; FILE PHOTO; Washington Bullets forward Elvin Hayes (11) against Atlanta Hawks center Tom McMillen (54). Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Network.

All-Stars: Elvin Hayes, Bob Lanier, Tiny Archibald, Paul Westphal, David Thompson, Fred Brown

Non-All-Stars: Swen Nater, Steve Hawes, Dave Robisch, Foots Walker, Wally Walker, Eddie Jordan, Armond Hill, Roger Phegley

1983: 23 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Dave Cowens, Spencer Haywood, Phil Smith, Randy Smith, Larry Kenon, Brian Winters, Steve Mix, Sam Lacey, Calvin Murphy

Non-All-Stars: Kevin Porter (1950), Dwight Jones, Tom Henderson, Tom Owens, Bob Wilkerson, Joe Bryant, Allan Bristow, Bob Gross

1982: 9 All-Stars combined

Unknown date; Atlanta, GA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Philadelphia 76ers forward George McGinnis (30) in action against the Atlanta Hawks at The Omni. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Bob Dandridge, George McGinnis, John Johnson

Non-All-Stars: Mike Newlin, Mike Bantom, Jim Chones, Chris Ford, Bill Robinzine, Ollie Johnson, James Silas, Kevin Kunnert

1981: 29 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1969: Wes Unseld #41 of the Washington Bullets moves the ball up court against the Boston Celtics during a game played in 1969 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1969 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Jo Jo White, Wes Unseld, Rudy Tomjanovich, Sidney Wicks, Doug Collins, Phil Chenier, Austin Carr

Non-All-Stars: Gar Heard, John Mengelt, Clifford Ray, John Williamson, Henry Bibby, Ron Boone, Tom Burleson, John Shumate

1980: 29 All-Stars combined

NEW YORK - CIRCA 1966: Rick Barry #24 of the San Francisco Warriors looks on against the New York Knicks during an NBA basketball game circa 1966 at Madison Square Garden in the Manhattan borough of New York City. Barry played for the Warriors from 1965-67 and 1972-78. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Rick Barry

All-Stars: Rick Barry, Walt Frazier, Pete Maravich, Earl Monroe, Charlie Scott, Paul Silas

Non-All-Stars: Bingo Smith, Don Chaney, Phil Jackson, Jim Cleamons, Eric Money, Larry Steele, John Gianelli, Nick Weatherspoon

1979: 17 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Lou Hudson, Gail Goodrich, Norm Van Lier, Curtis Rowe, Butch Beard, Jim Price

Non-All-Stars: Dick Snyder, Lucius Allen, Jim McMillian, Nate Williams, Elmore Smith, Lloyd Neal, Charles Johnson, Slick Watts

1978: 21 All-Stars combined

Unknown date; New York, NY, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward John Havlicek (17) in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: John Havlicek, Dave Bing, Cazzie Russell

Non-All-Stars: Tom Boerwinkle, Curtis Perry, Zaid Abdul-Aziz, Howard Porter, Willie Norwood, Dale Schlueter, Steve Kuberski, Ernie DiGregorio

1977: 19 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Nate Thurmond, Bob Love, Tom Van Arsdale, Dick Van Arsdale, Jack Marin, Bill Bradley

Non-All-Stars: Fred Carter, Jim Barnett, Keith Erickson, Neal Walk, Jim Fox, Mike Riordan, Herm Gilliam, Bob Weiss

1976: 22 All-Stars combined

Unknown date; New York, NY, USA; FILE PHOTO; Phoenix Suns forward Connie Hawkins in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Billy Cunningham, Connie Hawkins, Jeff Mullins, Archie Clark, Geoff Petrie, Jerry Sloan, Jimmy Walker, Clyde Lee, Jon McGlocklin, John Block

Non-All-Stars: Don Nelson, Leroy Ellis, Clem Haskins, Jim Washington, Stu Lantz, Mel Counts, Wali Jones, Barry Clemens

1975: 31 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Lenny Wilkens, Chet Walker, Walt Bellamy, Bob Kauffman, Bill Bridges, Zelmo Beaty, Don Kojis, Bob Rule

Non-All-Stars: Happy Hairston, Dave Stallworth, Jim Davis, Rick Adelman, Toby Kimball, Don May, Hank Finkel, Bill Hewitt

1974: 50 All-Stars combined

Jan 9, 1972; Milwaukee, WI, USA: FILE PHOTO; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jerry West (44) passes the ball past Milwaukee Bucks guard Oscar Robertson (left) at Milwaukee Arena. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

All-Stars: Jerry West, Oscar Robertson, Dave DeBusschere, Willis Reed, Jerry Lucas, Walt Hazzard, Dick Barnett

Non-All-Stars: Howard Komives, Joe Ellis, Stan McKenzie, Dick Garrett, Art Williams, John Warren, Luther Rackley, Charlie Davis

1973: 37 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1964: Wilt Chamberlain #13 of the San Francisco Warriors shoots a jumpshot against Bill Russell #6 of the Boston Celtics during an NBA game at the Boston Garden circa 1964 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1964 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Greer, Gus Johnson, Johnny Green, Terry Dischinger, Jim King, Flynn Robinson

Non-All-Stars: Kevin Loughery, Satch Sanders, John Tresvant, Erwin Mueller, Gary Gregor, Mike Davis (1946), John Q. Trapp, Dave Sorenson

1972: 13 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Elgin Baylor, Darrall Imhoff, Eddie Miles

Non-All-Stars: Larry Siegfried, Johnny Egan, Lucious Jackson, McCoy McLemore, Emmette Bryant, Art Harris, Jerry Chambers, Dorie Murrey

1971: 10 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1968: Bailey Howell #18 of the Boston Celtics shoots a layup against the Philadelphia 76ers during a game played in 1968 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1968 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Bailey Howell, Adrian Smith, Tom Meschery, Bob Boozer, Len Chappell

Non-All-Stars: Connie Dierking, Al Attles, Rod Thorn, Fred Hetzel, Jim Barnes, Al Tucker, George Wilson, Freddie Crawford

1970: 30 All-Stars combined

A wonderful point guard, Bob Cousy was a 13-time All-Star, 10-time All-NBA and a six-time champion. He averaged 18.4 ppg and 7.5 apg in a legendary career. (NBA Photo Library/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Bob Cousy, Richie Guerin, Don Ohl, Guy Rodgers, Joe Caldwell

Non-All-Stars: Ray Scott, Dave Gambee, Gene Tormohlen, Neil Johnson, Dave Newmark, Joe Kennedy, Samuel Williams, Loy Petersen

1969: 26 All-Stars combined

Bill Russell is arguably the biggest force to play in NBA history. He is an 11-time NBA champ as a player and two-time as a coach. A 12-time All-Star and five-time league MVP, Russell averaged 15-plus points and an insane 22.5 rebounds per game. (Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Bill Russell, Wayne Embry, Sam Jones, Rudy LaRusso

Non-All-Stars: Tom Hawkins, Bob Ferry, John Barnhill, Bud Olsen, Tommy Kron, Bob Warlick, Dave Lattin, Mal Graham

1968: 6 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Larry Costello

Non-All-Stars: George Lee, Joe Strawder, Reggie Harding, Tom Thacker, Bill Melchionni, Henry Akin, Johnny Jones, Dave Schellhase

1966: 24 All-Stars combined

ST. LOUIS - 1960: Cliff Hagan of the St. Louis Hawks poses for an action portrait during the 1960 season in St. Louis, Missouri. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1960 NBAE (Photo by NBAE Photos/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Jack Twyman, Tom Gola, Cliff Hagan, Willie Naulls, Red Kerr, Woody Sauldsberry

Non-All-Stars: Al Bianchi, Si Green, Mike Farmer, Gary Phillips, Donnie Butcher, Art Heyman, Gene Wiley, Ron Bonham

1965: 17 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Bob Pettit, Tommy Heinsohn

Non-All-Stars: Bucky Bockhorn, Jackie Moreland, Hub Reed, Dave Budd, Al Butler, Willie Jones, Bill McGill, Charlie Hardnett

1964: 26 All-Stars combined

SYRACUSE, NY - UNDATED: Dolph Schayes #4 of the Syracuse Nationals drives to the basket for a layup during an NBA game circa 1949-1962 in Syracuse, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2007 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photo Library/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Dolph Schayes, Gene Shue, Clyde Lovellette, Frank Selvy, Kenny Sears, Lee Shaffer

Non-All-Stars: Frank Ramsey, Jim Krebs, Jim Loscutoff, Johnny McCarthy, Barney Cable, Gene Conley, Larry Staverman, Paul Hogue

1963: 4 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Walter Dukes, Hot Rod Hundley

Non-All-Stars: Phil Jordon, Slick Leonard, Dave Piontek, Al Ferrari, Joe Roberts, Fred LaCour, Johnny Cox, Gene Guarilia

1962: 25 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Paul Arizin, Larry Foust, Carl Braun, Chuck Noble, Ray Felix

Non-All-Stars: Joe Graboski, Ed Conlin, Charlie Tyra, Andy Johnson, Shellie McMillon, Archie Dees, Ralph Davis, Vern Hatton

1961: 14 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1960: Bill Sharman #21 of the Boston Celtics poses for a mock action portrait in 1960 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1960 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Bill Sharman, Dick Garmaker, Jack George

Non-All-Stars: Ernie Beck, Win Wilfong, Jim Palmer, Phil Rollins, Gary Alcorn, Whitey Bell, Cal Ramsey, Ron Johnson

1960: 23 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Dick McGuire, Slater Martin, George Yardley, Paul Seymour

Non-All-Stars: Charlie Share, Earl Lloyd, Jack McMahon, Ed Fleming, Billy Kenville, Togo Palazzi, Bob Hopkins, Med Park

1959: 19 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1955: Ed Macauley #28 of the Boston Celtics rebounds during a game played in 1955 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1955 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Ed Macauley, Neil Johnston, Vern Mikkelsen

Non-All-Stars: George Dempsey, Dick Farley, Joe Holup, Tom Marshall, Lou Tsioropoulos, Lennie Rosenbluth, Ben Swain, Jack Parr

1958: 27 All-Stars combined

BOSTON - 1950: Andy Phillip of the Boston Celtics poses for a mock action portrait circa 1950 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1950 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Harry Gallatin, Andy Phillip, Mel Hutchins, Arnie Risen, Maurice Stokes, Bob Harrison, Richie Regan, Jack Coleman, Nat Clifton

Non-All-Stars: Jack Nichols, George King (1928), Dick Schnittker, Bob Houbregs, Monk Meineke, Art Spoelstra, Dick Ricketts, Walt Davis

1957: 7 All-Stars combined

SYRACUSE, NY - 1954: Red Rocha #16 of the Syracuse Nationals poses for a portrait circa 1954 in Syracuse, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1949 NBAE (Photo by NBA Photos/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Bobby Wanzer, Red Rocha

Non-All-Stars: Odie Spears, Alex Hannum, Jim Baechtold, Lew Hitch, Whitey Skoog, Ed Kalafat, Irv Bemoras, Chuck Mencel

1956: 7 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: George Mikan, Frankie Brian, Max Zaslofsky

Non-All-Stars: Connie Simmons, Chuck Cooper, Ernie Vandeweghe, Jim Holstein, Jack Stephens, Ernie Barrett, Bob Peterson, Jesse Arnelle

1955: 14 All-Stars combined

All-Stars: Jim Pollard, Bob Davies, Fred Scolari, Bill Gabor, Don Sunderlage, Don Barksdale, Paul Walther

Non-All-Stars: Bill Calhoun, George Ratkovicz, Paul Hoffman, Bob Brannum, Pep Saul, Cal Christensen, Ken Murray, Wally Osterkorn

1954: 7 All-Stars combined

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 3: Joe Fulks #10 of the Philadelphia Warriors passes against Fort Wayne Pistons during Game Three of the NBA Finals on April 3, 1956 at the Philadelphia Civic Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1956 NBAE (Photo by Charles T. Higgins/NBAE via Getty Images)

All-Stars: Leo Barnhorst, Joe Fulks, Vince Boryla, Jack Molinas, Fred Schaus

Non-All-Stars: George Senesky, Red Holzman, Bill Tosheff, Bob Harris, Bob Lavoy, Ed Mikan, Bob Donham, Eddie Miller

This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Research: Which players retired (or were retired) from the NBA each year?