Original sentence: In 2018, Rickert retired after 15 professional basketball seasons
Edited sentence: Few players in the world have been able to play as long as Rickert with his caliber of overseas success.It is speculated that Kevin Garnett is the reason for Rickert's release after assaulting Rick in a team pickup game.Rick has recently retired after 15 professional basketball seasons.Rickert has had a remarkably long career, retiring healthy and on top of his game.The NBA MVP at the time was influential in roster development and this was a negative impact for Rickert who was a rookie.This retirement marks a long career playing across the world in the top basketball leagues in the world