Apr 23, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (4) watches the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter during game two of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Former NBA Star Isaiah Thomas Makes Heartfelt Instagram Post

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Jul 10, 2025 3:15 PM ET

Isaiah Thomas is most known for his time with the Boston Celtics and Sacramento Kings.

The former NBA point guard last played in the league during the 2023-24 season.

On Thursday, Thomas made a heartfelt post to Instagram.

He wrote: "Happy 39th Birthday Quisha ️First birthday without you here in the physical… and it don’t feel real. We love you. We miss you. Every single day!

I just wanna chop it up with you one more time. Laugh, talk, argue, all of it. Thank you for always being my protector and the one I could always count on.

One thing about July… it was YOUR month. You celebrated all month long and that don’t stop now

Mom & Dad are struggling, but I got them like always. We gon’ be alright, just keep watching over us

We love you so much, @mzqueenboo Happy Birthday "