Jeff Foster retires from the NBA

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Indiana Pacers veteran center Jeff Foster announced his retirement from basketball on Wednesday, according to InsideHoops.com.

After 13 seasons in the NBA, all with the Indiana Pacers, forward/center Jeff Foster announced his retirement Wednesday due to chronic back problems.

“It’s with deep regret that I have to conclude my basketball career,” said Foster. “I’ve given my all to the Pacers and the community the last 13 years. I had hoped to be able to finish the season, but unfortunately my back problems prevented that from occurring. I want to thank the Simon family and the Pacers’ organization for 13 memorable years.”

“Jeff has meant a lot to the team and the community for 13 seasons,” said Pacers President of Basketball Operations Larry Bird. “He played hard every night, he always gave his all. He is a great role model for our younger players and we can’t thank him enough for his contributions on and off the court.”

I"m so upset right now. Jeff Foster retired. Thank you so much Jeff!

— Colin Lott (@CLott5533Pacers) March 21, 2012

Today we lose an all-time great. Jeff Foster, you will forever be rebounding in my heart.

— Kip Kyburz (@kybrz) March 21, 2012

Can"t stand ESPN right now. All Tebow and Saints. Do they not just realize that Jeff Foster retired today? Show some respect.

— zachasman (@zasman) March 21, 2012

I"m deeply saddened by the retirement of Jeff Foster. Indy will miss you "The Feisty One"

— Russell Jay George (@thisisrussell) March 21, 2012

i wish i could play jeff foster one on one for his last check…. easy come up lmao

— The 27th (@DaRealKLew) March 21, 2012

Jeff Foster, thanks for all the rebounds, and for being friendly that one time I met you. You"ll always be a Pacer favorite.

— Daniel Glover (@glovedirk) March 21, 2012

Jeff Foster retired today.. what a class act he was for the Pacers Association. #greatguy

— ⚡️ Welch ⚡️ (@zachawelch) March 21, 2012

Jeff Foster retired. What will we do now? He was so good. #Pacers

— Casey Baksa (@caseybaksa) March 21, 2012

#NBA fans are stunned about the retirement of Jeff Foster. They thought he retired years ago!

— David Aldridge (@davidmaldridge) March 21, 2012

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Jeff Foster retires from the NBA