Jeremy Lin Accepts NBA Return Fate, Moves On From Dissipating Dream KEY POINTS Lin shots down the idea of retiring as he explores other options "Linsanty" will likely return to the Chinese Basketball Association Jeremy Lin was adamant about making an NBA return, but he has hardly had any luck. With the NBA playoffs now underway, it appears “Linsanity” has accepted his fate and is moving forward with his basketball story. JLin aired his sentiments on social media, something that most took as a sign that he was retiring from basketball. But when he was asked to shed light on it, the 32-year-old expounded on the cryptic tweet and explained that it was not an official retirement statement but more about passing the torch.