The Spanish defender has a psychological problem, suddenly leaving the national team before the FIBA World Cup 2023
Initially Ricky Rubio was expected to play for Spain at the FIBA World Cup Finals (starting on August 25). The reason shared by the cleaner in 1990 was for him to focus on overcoming his mental health condition and being in the arms of his family.
Through the Spanish Basketball Federation (FEB), this talented defender updated his situation and asked for the fans' understanding:
“I have decided to stop all professional basketball activities to focus on improving my mental health. I would like to thank FEB for approving my withdrawal request.
I also want to thank and apologize to the fans. At this time, nothing is more precious than time with family. I hope everyone understands this decision of mine and gives my family some privacy at this time.
At a more appropriate time, I will share more of my story to all fans."
Ricky Rubio entered the NBA in 2009 after being picked in the 5th round by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Since then, he has played for 4 different clubs including Timberwolves, Utah Jazz, Phoenix Suns and Cleveland Cavaliers.
During the last NBA season, Ricky Rubio returned from a knee ligament injury (ACL) and played 33 games for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He averaged 5.2 points with 3.5 assists and 1.8 rebounds per game.
Rubio's contract signed with the Cavaliers has a 2-year term (until the end of the 2024-25 season), but it is unclear when the 33-year-old defender can return to the field with the same psychological and mental health as now. hour.
In the national team shirt, Rubio has made many appearances for Spain and achieved almost every collective achievement.
He has won the 2019 FIBA World Cup gold medal, 2008 Beijing Olympic silver medal, 2016 Rio Olympic bronze medal and 2 EuroBasket gold medals in 2009, 2011.
