5 NBA players who should make a comeback

3. Tracy McGrady, age 36

Tracy McGrady called it quits back in August of 2013, announcing his retirement on ESPN’s First Take show. That was a mere three years ago, and quite honestly, McGrady himself has said he still feels capable of giving it another go.

Over the course of his 16-year career, T-Mac averaged 19.6 points per game along with 4.4 assists and 5.6 rebounds. McGrady also appeared in seven NBA All-Star games and was a two-time scoring champion during his NBA career.

His brightest days came as a member of the Toronto Raptors, Orlando Magic and ultimately the Houston Rockets. While he was in the red and white uniform, he became one of the team’s biggest legends, even scoring 13 points in just 33 seconds against the San Antonio Spurs.

After his last season in Houston, McGrady was unable to average double-digits again. He had stints with the Knicks, Pistons and Hawks before deciding to try new things. Currently, McGrady is an NBA analyst, and he’s even had some interesting comments about former and current players. Some might call that “trash talk,” which McGrady could work out on the hardwood.

Back in 2014, McGrady said he could still play, but would want to limit his time on the floor. All those years of playing hoops straight out of high school took their toll on the knees, legs, the back and other body parts.

At that time, McGrady wanted to play as the Robin to Kobe Bryant’s “Batman,” but with Kobe now retired, T-Mac may need to find another star to play sidekick to. Perhaps a move to Oklahoma City to join Russell Westbrook and the Thunder? It’s always a possibility.

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