Like others, he has struggled with when to walk away. The 35 year-old most notably played in the NBA for the Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. If you were better than me that was perfect. Although he didn’t start his NBA career in Cleveland, Channing Frye became a beloved member of the Cavs organization. But says he’d rather be a consultant so he doesn’t have to immediately get back into the day-to-day grind. For me it took a while, but my dad instinct, and my husband and family guy kicked in. “Throughout my career I haven’t cared about stats. I might want to be a mechanic for a couple of months. “Would I do broadcasting? That made me work harder every day. On Friday, Frye tweeted that, at the end of the season, he’ll be retiring after 13 NBA seasons. Frye’s playing time has been sporadic. I was sitting next to the coaches all the time. On March 1, 2019, Channing Frye announced his retirement from the NBA. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. He joked about his 30-minute drive to practice and the 30-minute journey back home giving him plenty of alone time to talk to himself and ponder the future. Subscribe to cleveland.com. He’s also, unapologetically, himself. Frye mentioned coaching as a possibility. The conversation around Irving’s retirement claims went something like this: Kyrie: One of my best friends told me that he really thinks that I may become the Lauryn Hill of the NBA and just leave early before I even get to my prime. Whatever the hell I want. I don’t care about none of that. A valuable piece of Cleveland’s culture, Frye has instilled a sense of professionalism and direction in a team that’s hoping for a brighter future. If you were better than me we have a better chance of winning. Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Channing Frye. “Everybody knew it was coming. He even wondered if he had anything left to give. Over the course of this year, there have been some things that happened at the beginning that kind of crushed me a little bit and then just seeing the progression of these guys playing, how good they’ve gotten and how good they’re going to be in the next three or four years has been amazing. Frye a signé une extension de contrat de 30 millions de dollars sur cinq ans avec les Suns le 8 juillet 2010. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. That's what's most important, making something outside of basketball.”. “Naw I’m liking this retirement thing https://t.co/GyEWC5lIjW” I’ve done enough and I think it’s the correct time to step away.”. "Listen, I'm rich, I'm a champion, I'm 35 and retiring and I'm living a great life," Frye said in an interview with The Athletic. Frye played 13 seasons in the NBA, winning one championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016.; On April 9, 2019, Dirk Nowitzki announced his retirement from the NBA. Frye, 35, is in his 13th NBA season. After spending the last 14 years in the NBA, pouring his all into the game he loves, it was time to make room for something else. It appears that he has that same kind of impact on other fan bases around the league, and we could be in for a treat if we get more of his personality once the season ends and he has the ability to have some more time on his hands. Channing Frye. Fitness in a year, (expletive)." “I went to Puerto Rico with my kids and I saw our best friends who live down there and their kids are 12, 11, 10. College: Arizona. Frye confirmed the […] That’s the trait that led to him becoming a fan favorite. 10 of the best moments from Channing Frye’s final season in the NBA. — Channing Frye (@channingfrye) May 3, 2019 Since he announced his retirement, the Indians have asked him to throw the first pitch, and their wish came true. Dallas’ Dirk Nowitzki also inquired. Frye confirmed that sentiment in exchanges with former Cavaliers teammates Jeff Green and Isaiah Thomas (Twitter link). Cavs dedicate night to Channing Frye as his retirement approaches Tony Dejak/AP Cleveland Cavaliers' Channing Frye smiles in the second half … Tony Dejak. And Frye, who became an integral piece of Cleveland’s 2016 title run, couldn’t think of a better place to cap his career. Channing Frye is retiring. The five seasons in double figures. The high school and college level is actually more appealing, allowing him to get a feel for the stressful lifestyle before jumping in fully. Yes, i am really retiring. From one locker over prior to Saturday’s game, Nik Stauskas, who has only been in Cleveland for a few weeks, leaned in on the conversation and told Frye he didn’t want him to go. Frye doesn’t know exactly what’s to come after these final 19 games. Coaches and teammates rave about his influence. Channing: The Barry Sanders . Kyrie: I don’t know if its gonna happen. Frye has been thinking about the possibility of retirement for the last few years. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) On Friday, former Suns and Arizona basketball player Channing Frye announced his retirement from the NBA at season’s end. When Frye signed a one-year deal with the Cavaliers this past summer, reality started to set in. For me, I have to look at what’s going to make me happy, my family happy and I think at the end of the year, I can wipe my hands and say I’m good. Money is awesome, but at this point I've had enough people either die or go away through relationships that couldn't get kept up. Frye was certainly a fan favorite when he was here in Portland with the Trail Blazers, not only for his style of play but for his personality. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Flipboard (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window). Yep. His personality had ex-teammate Richard Jefferson referring to Frye as the key to the Cavaliers’ morphing in 2016, from a collection of talent to a real team, one with the cohesiveness to overcome a 3-1 deficit in the 2016 Finals against the historic Golden State Warriors. “I didn’t know what was going to happen this summer so I wanted to make sure I’m controlling my own destiny and going out the way I wanted to go out.”. The trying season and a diminished role played a part in the announcement he made on social media Friday. The foundation was founded with the goal of pointing youth in a positive and healthy direction. Channing Frye met with the media before the CATSYS to talk about his NBA retirement, his best memories at Arizona, his favorite spots in Tucson … 12:58pm: Veteran forward Channing Frye hinted at retirement last night with an Instagram post stating that he had played his final game at Madison Square Garden, tweets Joe Vardon of The Athletic. Right now my job and my job for however many years if I wanted to play, I would be more like a coach figure. Would I try to be an astronaut? Before he does anything, he’s going to relax, just as he did Friday night, watching his son play hockey inside Quicken Loans Arena and then staying for the Lake Erie Monsters game. The 35 year-old most notably played in the NBA for the Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. "Whether it was goofy or rude or brash, whatever it is, just know that I was me all the time, I tried to be,” Frye said. I wasn't playing. Channing Frye is getting ready to retire at the end of this season, but he still has plenty of basketball left to play. He chatted with Dwyane Wade, who is in the midst of his final season. The sharpshooting big man from Arizona reflected on his career in a recent interview with the Athletic, and told the NBA public-at-large that if they don’t like him they can just sit on it. Relatives: Cousin Tobias Harris. It’s exciting to me,” Frye said. © 2021 Advance Local Media LLC. “What some of these young fellas don't understand is your whole life is on a selfish bubble, what's best for you, what you want to do. Frye wants to be remembered for his honesty. Frye has been thinking about the possibility of retirement for the last few years. I'm like, ‘I want to go his practice and not have to worry about my practice.’ I want to make time for them. — Channing Frye (@Channing_Frye) March 1, 2019 He has also spent time with the Lakers, Suns, Magic, Trail Blazers and Knicks. For me it was the natural progression of where it should go,” Frye said. Man I love that guy so much‼️‼️‼️ https://t.co/EbFaeyUjyR, — LeBron James (@KingJames) April 2, 2019. “I wanted to retire a Cav,” Frye said. All rights reserved (About Us). The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Rumor has it then that Frye was so bored and drained during those times that he used an Apple watch during games to count his steps. The 35 year-old most notably played in the NBA for the Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, New York Knicks, and Cleveland Cavaliers. His veteran leadership and witty personality made him a favorite in the city and in the locker room. “I want to be normal for a second,” Frye said “I’ve had somebody for the last, almost 22 years tell me, ‘You gotta wake up, you gotta work out, you gotta get better at this, you gotta do this.’ And for a second I just want to get used to being normal.”. First pitch, Channing. Nous voudrions effectuer une description ici mais le site que vous consultez ne nous en laisse pas la possibilité. What Kyrie Irving said to Richard Jefferson and Channing Frye in 2017 podcast. Warning, some NSFW language ahead. Retirement. High School: Saint Mary's in Phoenix, Arizona Would I do my podcast? Channing Thomas Frye (born May 17, 1983) is an American former professional basketball player. Hopefully they say Channing was an amazing guy and send me a text once in a while.". Although a popular figure with the Cleveland Cavaliers, much of Channing Frye’s game minutes with the Cavs came in late—particularly when the match was already decided. This probably isn’t exactly what he envisioned. Channing Frye's accepting all challengers in retirement: “I’m rich, I’m a champion, I’m 35 and retiring and I’m living a great life. My son is eight now. Channing Frye (above) announced on Twitter (and hinted on Instagram) that he will be retiring at the end of this season. If you don't like that, well, too bad. He often shouts instructions during the game and gives pointers during film sessions. "So if you think I suck, I'll see you at L.A. Like others, he has struggled with when to walk away. The Cavs have dropped near the bottom of the NBA standings. Forget the 1,041 career 3-pointers. He talked to fellow veterans Dwyane Wade, who is also retiring when the season is over, and Dirk Nowitzki to get their input. But, as he has done during his hoops career, Frye will commit fully to whatever he decides. In 2007, Frye established The Channing Frye Foundation. It’s not like, ‘Oh man, I deserve to play.’ It’s not like that at all. Channing Frye: Just ‘chillin’ in retirement, once again a star in McKale Center. So, if you think I suck, I’ll see you at L.A. fitness in a year, motherfucker.”, — Jordan Clarkson (@JordanClarksons) April 2, 2019, Just gonna leave this here… pic.twitter.com/wmj2rOStu7, !! He also knew this could be his final hurrah. “Listen, I’m rich, I’m a champion, I’m 35 and retiring and I’m living a great life. Channing Thomas Frye Twitter: channingfrye (Buffet of Goodness) Position: Center and Power Forward Shoots: Right 7-0, 255lb (213cm, 115kg) Born: May 17, 1983 in White Plains, New York us. Channing Frye, good guy, pretty good basketball player and great quote, was back in McKale Center, the place that started out his very good college career and spearheaded his 13 years in the NBA. Channing Frye is retiring. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. USATSI Nance described Frye as a 35-year-old teenager. Kenny Honaker; May 3, 2019. L'équipe médicale des Suns lui détecte une cardiomyopathie d'origine virale en septembre 2012 ; il manque ainsi l'intégralité de la saison 2012-2013. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) Cleveland Cavaliers forward Channing Frye has announced on social media that he will retire at the end of this season, ending a 13-year NBA career. And that’s the thing, I want to do all these things but for me to be the best at doing anything other than basketball, I gotta ravel myself back in and find out what gets me going in the morning, what’s going to be the right kind of gas for my engine.”. Frye took to Instagram and Twitter to hint at and make the announcement. Apparently not willing to hold back his true thoughts, Frye had a pretty choice quote to start his interview with Joe Vardon. Kevin Love says Channing Frye’s retirement tour wasn’t good for his ‘internal organs’ by. He picked Cleveland because it’s where he felt he could make the biggest impact. Head coach Tyronn Lue was fired six games into the season. Channing Frye, left, is loving the freedom that has come with retirement, with no demands on “when to wake up, how to eat.”. “So I don’t care if anyone says I suck, because I don’t. “I was a great teammate and I love all my teammates, and then No. What can I do for my family? Professional basketball player Channing Frye is kicking off retirement with this special collaboration beer benefiting Cleveland Family Meal and Family Meal PDX! Cleveland Cavaliers center Channing Frye is approaching retirement with an open mind and a sense of humor. Channing and RJ talk about Frye's retirement, Richard's broadcasting skills and their favorite memories from the 2016 championship year. If they’re like well, you’re not playing now, that happens to everybody. “The straw that broke the camel's back, I was on vacation,” Frye said. Or the first-round pedigree. At the end of this season, Channing Frye will be calling it a career. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Joe Vardon: Channing Frye, by saying last night was his last playing at Madison Square Garden on Instagram, effectively announced his retirement at season’s end. Channing hand-picked the charity and beer style while also assisting throughout the brewing process. He said he has been considering retirement for a few years, but has found it hard to leave the game. In 2010, Frye and his wife established The Frye Family Foundation in order to give back to the communities that are important to the Fryes, in particular, Portland, Oregon and Phoenix. “I love basketball and I love being around, but also love that basketball always gave me a challenge. “I met some amazing guys. Keep journalists asking the hard questions. But that’s where my happiness is coming from, seeing other people doing stuff. Some of Frye’s old teammates were shipped away ahead of the trade deadline. 2 is I’m a champion,” Frye said, seated on a bench chair inside San Antonio’s AT&T Center one morning last week. Channing Frye is not afraid of retirement. “I think some people are scared about retirement and are like what are you going to do after? If I want to. Channing Frye is retiring. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Channing Frye was with his family in Puerto Rico during All-Star break when his future came into focus. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/21). I’m a competitor and I’m like, ‘OK, I want to help.’ But I also know there’s limitations to where this league is going or where this team is going. Channing Frye on retirement: ‘See you at L.A. fitness in a year, m——r’ Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Edit this post Frye is retiring and says that if NBA public-at-large doesn't like him they can just sit on it. “At the end of the day, you have to look at yourself and be like, ‘Is this what’s truly the right type of gas for the car you’re driving.’ For me, right now, this season, it’s on E. I have enough to finish out the season and I’m excited to do it with these guys. Frye, 35, is in his 13th NBA season. Every team I’ve been on, I just wanted to win and I wanted to see guys do well. — Channing Frye (@Channing_Frye) March 1, 2019 Frye, 35, was traded to the Cavaliers in 2016 and was a part of the team’s NBA Championship run and consecutive trips to the NBA Finals. He has seen limited playing time since returning to …