ESPN senior insider Adrian Wojnarowski, one of the most prominent figures in NBA reporting, has announced his retirement and departure from the network. Wojnarowski, best known for his ability to break major NBA stories, often referred to as “Woj Bombs,” confirmed his exit via social media, marking the end of an era in basketball journalism.
“The craft transformed my life, but I’ve decided to retire from ESPN and the news industry,” Wojnarowski said in a statement. “I understand the commitment required in my role and it’s an investment that I’m no longer driven to make. Time isn’t in endless supply and I want to spend mine in ways that are more personally meaningful. I leave with overwhelming gratitude for countless mentors and colleagues, subjects and stories, readers and viewers.”
Wojnarowski first gained widespread recognition during his time at Yahoo Sports, where he worked from 2007 to 2015. He joined ESPN in 2017, where his reputation for being the first to report trades, free agent signings and other major developments continued to make him a staple for NBA fans, particularly during high-profile events like the NBA Draft.
At the draft, Wojnarowski’s ability to report picks ahead of their official announcement became a signature aspect of his coverage. In 2018, ESPN, aiming to preserve the suspense of their live broadcast, implemented a policy to limit such preemptive reporting. However, Wojnarowski navigated this by crafting carefully worded tweets, allowing him to hint at upcoming picks without technically violating the rules.
As Wojnarowski steps away from his journalism career, he will transition to a new role as general manager of the men’s basketball program at Saint Bonaventure University, his alma mater. The announcement of his new position was delivered in classic “Woj Bomb” style, fitting for a career defined by his breaking of major stories.
