Hayward announced Thursday via social media that he has retired from professional basketball.

Hayward had four rebounds and one assist across eight minutes during Saturday's 106-85 victory over the Pelicans in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Hayward will return to a reserve role in Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Mavericks, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.

Hayward will start Friday's game against the Bucks, Brandon Rahbar of DailyThunder.com reports.

Hayward accumulated 18 points (6-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), one rebound and one steal in 20 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 127-89 victory over the Spurs.

Hayward (leg) will play Wednesday against the Spurs, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.

Hayward (lower leg) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs.

Hayward (lower leg) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.

Hayward (lower leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus Charlotte.

Hayward (lower leg) is questionable to face the Hornets on Sunday.