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What was the final season?
The Utah Jazz began play in the 1979-80 season.
Maravich moved with the team to Salt Lake City, but.
What happened with the Jazz?
He appeared in 17 games early in the season, but his injuries prevented him from practicing much, and new coach Tom Nissalke had a strict rule.
What was the coaches rule?
had a strict rule that players who didn't practice were not allowed to play in games.
Thus, Maravich was parked on the bench for 24 straight games.
When did he finally get to play with the Jazz?
games, much to the dismay of Utah fans and to Maravich himself.
During that time, Adrian Dantley emerged as the team's franchise player.
How long did he play in Utah?
The Jazz placed Maravich on waivers in January 1980.
He signed with the Celtics, the top team in the league that year, led by rookie superstar Larry Bird.
How long did he play with the Celtics?
Maravich adjusted to a new role as part-time contributor, giving Boston a "hired gun" off the bench.
He helped the team post a 61-21 record in the regular season.
How did they do in the post season?
And, for the first time since his early career in Atlanta, Maravich was able to participate in the NBA playoffs.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
Realizing that his knee problems would never go away, Maravich retired at the end of that season.

Question: What year did he retire?
Self-contained rewrite: What year did Pete Maravich retire?