PHOENIX (AP) — Diana Taurasi is retiring after 20 seasons, ending one of the greatest careers in women’s basketball history.

In an exclusive conversation with TIME, Taurasi reveals publicly for the first time that she’s retiring from basketball. “Mentally and physically, I’m just full,” says Taurasi, who played all 20 of her WNBA seasons for the Mercury. “That’s probably the best way I can describe it. I’m full and I’m happy.”

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is considered by many to be the greatest basketball player in the history of the game and with the end of his career looming, it is important for everyone to appreciate him while he is still active.

With a flair for heroic plays and her trademark bun hairstyle, Taurasi was voted by fans in 2021 as the WNBA’s Greatest of All Time.

In an unassuming move that was on brand with how she handled much of her career, WNBA legend Diana Taurasi announced her retirement on a random Tuesday. After 20 years with the Phoenix Mercury, she leaves the sport as one of the most decorated players in basketball history and a champion at every level.

Mavericks guard Klay Thompson delivers special message about Diana Taurasi after her recent retirement from basketball.

Cheers to a fantastic career. Vanessa Bryant told the story of Diana Taurasi's journey to excellence in a tribute video dating back to June of 2022. After Taurasi announced her retirement, Bryant reposted it in celebration of her career.

Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi retired from her professional basketball career Tuesday and other icons showed her support online and offline.

Mavericks star guard Kyrie Irving was the latest to bestow praise upon WNBA legend Diana Taurasi after she announced her retirement.

In the announcement released via an interview with TIME, James offered the highest of praise for Taurasi, whom he's known since they both suited up for Team USA at the 2004 Olympics in Athens.