New Jersey Nets (2011–2012) On 15 March 2012, Okur was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers along with Shawne Williams and a 2012 1st round draft pick in exchange for Gerald Wallace. He was waived by Portland on 21 March 2012. Later in 2012, Okur decided to retire from basketball, citing injuries.

When did Mehmet Okur retire?

New Jersey Nets (2011–2012) On 15 March 2012, Okur was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers along with Shawne Williams and a 2012 1st round draft pick in exchange for Gerald Wallace. He was waived by Portland on 21 March 2012. Later in 2012, Okur decided to retire from basketball, citing injuries.