On September 4 Beijing time, 34-year-old former NBA and CBA player Sullinger announced his retirement through his personal social media, officially ending his 14-year professional basketball career. At the same time, Sullinger decided to return to his alma mater, Ohio State University, to serve as director of player development. From Ohio State University to the NBA, from the NBA to the CBA, and then from the CBA back to Ohio State University, Sullinger has come full circle. His 12-year NBA+CBA career had both gains and losses, and only he knows the ups and downs. Everything is the best arrangement.

Sullinger was the 21st overall pick in the first round of the 2012 NBA Draft, standing 2.06 meters tall with a 2.17-meter wingspan, playing as a power