(WGHP) — One of the largest figures in NBA journalism abruptly announced his retirement from sports media on Wednesday. ESPN Senior NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski announced on X that he is retiring from NBA journalism. I grew up the son of a factory worker two miles from ESPN's campus and only ever dreamed of making a living as a sportswriter. Thirty-seven years ago, the Hartford Courant gave me my first byline and I never stopped chasing the thrill of it all. This craft transformed my life, but I've decided to retire from ESPN and the news industry. 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. No one has benefitted more than me from the belief, trust and generosity of others. The past seven years at ESPN have been a particular privilege. I'm appreciative of the company's leadership - especially Jimmy Pitaro and Cristina Daglas - for the understanding and acceptance of my decision to make a life change. After all these years reporting on everyone's teams, I'm headed back to my own. -30- Adrian Wojnarowski on X ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Wojnarowski is moving on to become the general manager of the St. Bonaventure University men's basketball team. In this role, Wojnarowski will oversee the NIL allocation for the school and recruiting. Known by the nickname "Woj" by NBA fans, Wojnarowski built a reputation for breaking NBA stories in a very timely manner.