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• Cavaliers Stretched Rubio’s 2024/25 Cap Hit
The Cavaliers used the stretch provision to spread Ricky Rubio‘s $1,274,015 dead-money cap hit for 2024/25 across three seasons, according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks (Twitter link). Rubio will now count against Cleveland’s books for $424,672 annually through ’26/27. Rubio was bought out by the Cavaliers last January with two years left on his contract, announcing […]...2024
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• Cavs Stretch Ricky Rubio Contract For Added Cap Flexibility

The Cavaliers are getting close to the salary cap and tax penalties, but hey, where there’s a will there’s a way. So the Cavs have taken the $1.27 million owed to retired point guard Ricky Rubio and stretched it out over three seasons. That does indeed give them a little more flexibility, with training camp […] The post Cavs Stretch Ricky Rubio Contract For Added Cap Flexibility ...2024
• Ricky Rubio Reportedly Signing With Spanish Club With Which Career Began

Former NBA point guard Ricky Rubio is seemingly headed to Spanish club Joventut Badalona, per Jordi Valle Simo of EFE Deportes. If so, Rubio will be returning to the team where he spent the first four years of his professional career, beginning in 2005. Rubio, 33, spent last season with Barcelona after retiring from the […] The post Ricky Rubio Reportedly Signing With Spanish Club With Which...2024
• Ricky Rubio Reportedly Signing With Spain’s Joventut Badalona
Longtime NBA guard Ricky Rubio is reportedly signing with Spanish club Joventut Badalona, Eurohooops.net relays. According to Jordi Valle Simo of EFE Deportes, Rubio is returning to the team where he began his professional career in 2005. He spent his first four years in Badalona. After agreeing to a buyout with the Cavaliers and retiring […]...2024
• Nadal Salutes Graduating Class of Rafa Nadal Academy
Rafa Nadal spoke to students, families, and teachers delivering an inspiring message at graduation. By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, June 13, 2024 Photo credits: Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar The king of clay delivered inspiring address on a very special day. Graduates of the Rafa Nadal Academy Class of 2024 were treated to a double dose of world No. 1 advice. Wa...2024
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• And-Ones: Rubio, Williams, Porzingis, Bertans, Parity
After retiring from the NBA in January, Ricky Rubio signed with Barcelona in February on a one-year contract. The longtime NBA point guard is uncertain about his basketball future after his Spanish team lost to Real Madrid in the Liga ACB semifinals, Eurohoops.net relays. Rubio said he’ll need a few weeks to clear his head […]...2024
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• Nadal Salutes Graduating Class of Rafa Nadal Academy
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• Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio discussing future with team in need of guards, roster spot: Sources
CLEVELAND – Desperate for both help in the backcourt, and a roster spot, the Cleveland Cavaliers and Ricky Rubio have begun discussing a resolution of his future, according to league sources. Rubio, 33, has been on permitted leave in Spain from the team since the summer as he manages his mental health and there are serious doubts about whether he ever plays again, league sources said. At minimum, ...2023
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• Cavs’ Ricky Rubio: ‘My NBA Days Are Coming to End’
Cavaliers point guard Ricky Rubio tried with all his might to return to form this past offseason. But ACL surgery in 2022 slowed him down. Now, he admittedly does not have long in the NBA. “The idea when I left Europe to play in the NBA was to come back at some point,” Rubio said, […] The post Cavs’ Ricky Rubio: ‘My NBA Days Are Coming to End’ appeared first on Hoops Wire....2023
• Cavs to Dangle Isaac Okoro, Cedi Osman, Ricky Rubio in Trade Talks?
A fantastic regular season came to a crashing halt in the first round of the playoffs. And now, the Cavaliers will set out to make roster upgrades, building around their main core of Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. For the record, there are two priorities — landing another big body, as […] The post Cavs to Dangle Isaac Okoro, Cedi Osman, Ricky Rubio in...2023
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• Rubio gives spark as Cavs overcome Lillard's 50

Ricky Rubio had nine points in 10 minutes in his first game since a knee injury more than a year ago, and the Cavs rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Blazers, who got 50 from star Damian Lillard....2023
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• Cavaliers To Pursue Wing On Trade Market

The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to explore the trade market for an improvement on the wing, sources tell Zach Lowe of ESPN. The Cavaliers cycle through Isaac Okoro, Lamar Stevens, Caris LeVert and Cedi Osman as the wing to play with their core. Cleveland will also get Ricky Rubio and Dean Wade back from injuries. With their trade for Donovan Mitchell this past offseason, the Cavaliers have li...2022
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• J.B. Bickerstaff: Ricky Rubio’s Torn ACL Rehab ‘Progressing in the Right Direction’
Cleveland head coach J.B. Bickerstaff gave an injury news update on Ricky Rubio’s rehab from the season-ending torn ACL he suffered last year, revealing that Rubio could come back in January. “I would expect him, if things go the right way, sometime early next month,” Bickerstaff said. “So we’re definitely progressing in the right direction.” […] The post ...2022
• Do the Cleveland Cavaliers have the best young core in the NBA?
After trading for one of the league’s best shooting guards in Donovan Mitchell, the Cleveland Cavaliers are in a position to compete for a top three seed. Although they did miss the playoffs last season, the Cavaliers had quite the year. Before players like Ricky Rubio and Jarrett Allen missed significant time due to injuries, […] Do the Cleveland Cavaliers have the best young core in...2022
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• Cavaliers: Dean Wade out rest of season with knee injury

Collin Sexton: out for the season. Ricky Rubio: out for the season (then traded as an expiring contract). Jarrett Allen: out long-term....2022
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• RUMOR: Pacers’ trade plans for Ricky Rubio after acquiring him from Cavs in Caris LeVert deal
The Indiana Pacers started to tear down their roster on Sunday as they traded star guard Caris LeVert to the Cleveland Cavaliers. In the process, the team acquired Ricky Rubio, who suffered a major ACL injury earlier in the campaign. Considering Rubio won’t be able to play again this season, the Pacers are trying to […] The post RUMOR: Pacers’ trade plans for Ricky Rubio after ac...2022
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"Ricky Rubio reflects on his NBA career and the dark days that occurred: ‘I was lost’"

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"Spain head coach Sergio Scariolo will be looking to reclaim the world champions’ title in the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup but the team will have to do it without Ricky Rubio."

2022
"Cleveland Cavaliers veteran point guard Ricky Rubio recently spoke with AS NBA and discussed what it’s like to have his name still being in trade discussions."

2021
"Ricky Rubio injury update: Cavaliers guard out for remainder of season with torn ACL"

2020
"For teammate Ricky Rubio, the veteran point guard paid Booker the ultimate compliment by comparing the Suns stud to the […] The post Suns star Devin Booker’s one similarity to Kobe Bryant, per Ricky Rubio appeared first on ClutchPoints."

2019
"He’s not in the rotation with Dante Exum backing up Ricky Rubio."

2018
"With the Timberwolves trying to come back on the road, Jeff Teague chased down Ricky Rubio and appeared to hip-check him on a play that caused a brief scuffle between both teams."

2017
"The post Minnesota Fans Welcome Back Ricky Rubio with Standing Ovation appeared first on SLAMonline."

2016
"Ricky Rubio is the Wolves starter, but he's no reigning MVP."

2015
"Kevin Garnett, to be featured in an “End of an Era” mix, threw down a slam off a no-look Ricky Rubio dime all over The post Kevin Garnett Turns Back Clock with Vintage Slam on Blake Griffin (VIDEO) appeared first on SLAMonline."

2014
"Ricky Rubio suffered a left ankle sprain in the second quarter of the T-Wolves’ 112-103 overtime loss to the Magic."

• Cavaliers Stretched Rubio’s 2024/25 Cap Hit
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• Cavs Stretch Ricky Rubio Contract For Added Cap Flexibility
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• And-Ones: Rubio, Williams, Porzingis, Bertans, Parity
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• Ricky Rubio On Playing In Spain: I Feel Like A Rookie Again
Former NBA point guard Ricky Rubio retired as a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers earlier this season — but he only retired from the NBA. Now, not only is he playing for Spanish club Barcelona, but he signed on to play for Spain’s national team. His contract with Barcelona is for the rest of the […] The post Ricky Rubio On Playing In Spain: I Feel Like A Rookie Again appeared fir...2024
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• Rubio rejoins Barcelona through end of season

Ricky Rubio signed a short-term contract with Barcelona on Tuesday, a month after he announced that his 12-year NBA career was over. Barcelona said Rubio will join the team when he feels the time is right....2024
• Ricky Rubio Signs With Barcelona

FEBRUARY 6: Rubio has officially signed a rest-of-season contract with Barcelona, the team announced today in a press release. The veteran point guard isn’t prepared to return to the court at this point. However, the EuroLeague has a February 7 registration date for players changing teams or being imported from other leagues, so if Rubio […]...2024
• Ricky Rubio Signs With Barcelona

Ricky Rubio is returning to his roots to continue his basketball career. Rubio has signed a rest-of-season contract with Barcelona. The Spanish club plans to add Rubio to their EuroLeague roster ahead of a Wednesday deadline. It's still unclear if Rubio will appear in games for Barcelona or not. He recently joined the club for practices, but no decision has been made on his playing status. This de...2024
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• Ricky Rubio Gave Up $5.4MM In Cavs Buyout
Veteran point guard Ricky Rubio gave up $5.4MM in his buyout agreement with the Cavaliers, according to reports from Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Keith Smith of Spotrac, and Bobby Marks of ESPN (all Twitter links). That’s a significant portion of the remaining guaranteed money that was owed to Rubio, who initially had a salary of […]...2024
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• Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio agree to a contract buyout
The Cleveland Cavaliers and veteran guard Ricky Rubio have agreed to a contract buyout, per sources. Rubio, 33, informed the club that he was stepping away from the game during the offseason, when scheduled to play for Spain in the FIBA World Cup. “We remain fully supportive of Ricky and his efforts, which for now […] The post Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio agree to a contract buyout appeared ...2024
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• Ricky Rubio retires after 12-year NBA career due to mental health: ‘I would like to keep it private’
The time has finally come for Ricky Rubio to retire from professional basketball, after months of speculation about his condition and mental health. As soon as news emerged about the player reaching a contract buyout with the Cavaliers, he made his personal announcement on social media. The 33-year-old, who needed to take some time off […] The post Ricky Rubio retires after 12-year NBA caree...2024

• 16 FIBA World Cup teams still standing, ranked by their championship chances

Photo by YASUYOSHI CHIBA/AFP via Getty Images Let’s rank the 16 teams still standing in the 2023 men’s FIBA World Cup by their championship chances. The 2023 men’s FIBA World Cup is loaded with NBA talent all over the field. The United States is seeking redemption after a disastrous seventh place finish in this tournament in 2019, and a young roster impressed in group play by finishing und...2023
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• Ricky Rubio Feels ‘Back to Normal’ After Comeback Game
Ricky Rubio is back! The former lottery pick scored nine points and grabbed three rebounds during the 10 minutes he played off the bench to help the Cavaliers beat the Trail Blazers 119-113. He also won the junkyard dog chain for his efforts in his first game since suffering a season-ending torn ACL in December […] The post Ricky Rubio Feels ‘Back to Normal’ After Comeback Game a...2023
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• Donovan Mitchell: I'm Asserting Myself On A Different Level Defensively

Donovan Mitchell has rebounded from a disappointing end to his tenure with the Utah Jazz to become an early All-NBA candidate during his start with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Mitchell was asked by Sam Amick of The Athletic why the Cavaliers have been such a good fit for him. "I look at who I've been in my career - a guy who could score the ball," said Mitchell. "(But) I'm asserting myself on a diffe...2022
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• 3 realistic Darius Garland backup options not named Ricky Rubio
The growth of Cleveland Cavaliers star Darius Garland has been a terrific storyline to watch. The third-year guard earned his first All-Star appearance this season by averaging 21.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 8.6 assists, which are all career-highs. Garland has continued to develop as a scorer and a playmaker. No player can play all 48 […] The post 3 realistic Darius Garland backup options n...2022
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• Cavaliers' Rubio has ACL tear, done for season

Cleveland's Ricky Rubio has again suffered a torn ACL in his left knee and will miss the remainder of the season. Rubio, who was averaging 13.3 points, suffered the same injury while with Minnesota in 2012....2021
• Cavaliers' Ricky Rubio helped off court after suffering non-contact injury

The veteran guard had 27 points, 13 rebounds and 9 assists before exiting the game. His Cavs ended up losing 108-104 to New Orleans....2021
• Ricky Rubio’s historic game for Cavs draws ‘GOAT’ reaction from Darius Garland
Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Ricky Rubio had quite the night, scoring 37 points on 8-9 shooting from downtown, to go along with 10 assists. The Cavs defeated the Knicks 126-109 at Madison Square Garden Sunday. That earned him praise from around the league, but none higher than from teammate Darius Garland, as noted by Ballislife. […] The post Ricky Rubio’s historic game for Cavs dra...2021
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• Cavs’ Evan Mobley matches Kyrie Irving, Ricky Rubio drops bombs at MSG
Cleveland Cavaliers center Evan Mobley became the first Cavs rookie to score 25+ points with 5+ rebounds and 5+ assists since Kyrie Irving in 2012. Mobley wasn’t the only one to go off as Ricky Rubio also had a historic performance for Cleveland. It was a big night for the @cavs at The Garden. Evan […] The post Cavs’ Evan Mobley matches Kyrie Irving, Ricky Rubio drops bombs at MS...2021
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• Cavaliers' Ricky Rubio makes first eight 3-point attempts en route to career-high 37 points
Rubio has been a key veteran for the surprising Cavaliers this season...2021

• Ricky Rubio Contemplating Retirement From Barcelona
Veteran point guard Ricky Rubio retired from the NBA, spent a season with traditional Spanish power Barcelona, and is again contemplating his future. “I have no idea (if I will continue next year),” Rubio told Gigantes, via BasketNews. “I don’t want to make the decision in the heat of the moment. I’d like to have a […] The post Ricky Rubio Contemplating Retirement From Barcelona appeare...2024
• Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio taking break from basketball to focus on mental health
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio is pausing his professional basketball career to focus on his mental health, he announced Saturday. Here’s what you need to know: “I have decided to stop my professional activity to take care of my mental health,” Rubio said in a statement via the Spanish Basketball Federation. “Today #Family makes more sense than ever … I ask to respe...2023
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• Ricky Rubio confirms positive COVID-19 test kept him out of NBA bubble
Phoenix Suns point guard Ricky Rubio told reporters on Wednesday that he tested positive for COVID-19. Rubio arrived at the Orlando bubble late since he tested positive in Phoenix. His wife and six-month-old kid were fortunately back home in Spain. The Suns’ floor general joined the team in practice for the first time on Tuesday. […] The post Ricky Rubio confirms positive COVID-19 test...2020
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• Rubio, Jazz dominate OKC to take 2-1 lead
With a 2-1 series lead, the Utah Jazz suddenly find themselves in the driver’s seat. And while the entire team did their part against OKC on Saturday, it’s Ricky Rubio that would take over.Not only did he post 11 rebounds, 10 assists and two steals, but he decided to light it up from the floor as well. Despite shooting just 2-of-9 from three-point range, Rubio would shoot 9-of-18 overall. And in d...2018
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• Jazz GM ‘disappointed’ over lack of protection from refs
Utah Jazz general manager Dennis Lindsey was none too pleased about the lack of calls by the referees on Jared Dudley and Marquese Chriss on Thursday.Tempers flared during third quarter of the game between the Jazz and Phoenix Suns. After Utah inbounded the ball following a missed dunk by Chriss, Ricky Rubio was shoved by Dudley. He was then pushed to the floor by Chriss. Here’s a view from anothe...2018
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• 14 NBA X-factors that will tip the scales
The NBA playoffs will soon be upon us. There are only 20 or so games (depending on the team) left in the regular season, and a whole lot still to be settled. After the dust clears, the only matter left will be the postseason. Simple, right?This list will focus on the players who will, quietly, play a huge role in the coming weeks. Not the stars — you already know about them and nobody needs to be ...2018
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• 10 Things We Learned from 2016 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas
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• Sam Mitchell Fired by Timberwolves: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
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• Kevin Garnett Turns Back Clock with Vintage Slam on Blake Griffin (VIDEO)
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• Kevin Garnett Re-Signs with Timberwolves, Latest Contract Details and Reaction
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• Karl-Anthony Towns, D'Angelo Russell Sign Contracts with Nike
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• Ricky Rubio Sprains Left Ankle (VIDEO)
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• James Harden Sends Minnesota's Ricky Rubio to the Floor with Step-Back, Hits 3
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• Ricky Rubio injury update: Cavaliers guard out for remainder of season with torn ACL
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• After All the Conjecture, Playoffs Will Reveal What Matters Most to Kevin Love
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• Report: Rubio plans to return vs. Mavericks
Ricky Rubio is one game away from returning to the Minnesota Timberwolves....2015
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• Week 7 Fantasy Football Primer
What's up Fantasy Football fans! Are you ready for the NBA season? Ha! Switched topics on you. Now all my ADHD brethren have lost focus and are passing ideas like you're Ricky Rubio. Wait, did I say passing? Quarterbacks pass! Hey, now we're back on topic. I'd do anything for you dear readers, but I won't do that [Grey says I need to make at least one Meatloaf reference per year or else he's cutti...2021
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• Fantasy Hoops: Mitchell jazzing things up for Utah at point guard
Injuries are piling up around the league and they are shifting values in the fantasy basketball. Let’s take a look at a pair of developing situations. The Jazz are out of point guards with Ricky Rubio (hamstring, Dante Exum (ankle), and Raul Neto (groin) all sidelined. The team adapted to the injuries by playing Donovan Mitchell at the one, and the early returns are promising. Over the last four g...2019
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• NBA DFS: Ricky Rubio and top picks for April 18 DraftKings, FanDuel daily fantasy basketball lineups
SportsLine's Mike McClure, a DFS pro with more than $1M in winnings, gives optimal lineup advice...2018
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• NBA Tuesday Trade Roundup: Pistons' Present, Future Brighter with Tobias Harris
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• Cavs Stretch Ricky Rubio Contract For Added Cap Flexibility
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• Ricky Rubio joins Spanish club Barcelona for practice
Veteran point guard Ricky Rubio retired from the NBA a few weeks ago, but he may not be finished playing professionally altogether. Rubio could potentially play for his homeland of Spain, specifically with Spanish club FC Barcelona. He opened the door to such speculation by joining the club for a training session on Tuesday. “Seeing […] The post Ricky Rubio joins Spanish club Barcelona...2024
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• Ricky Rubio To Start Training With Barcelona
After retiring from the NBA earlier this month, Ricky Rubio will begin training with Barcelona as he begins his basketball comeback, according to Reuters. The Spanish club announced that he will join them for a workout on Tuesday, and Rubio confirmed on Twitter that he is ready to return to basketball after dealing with mental […]...2024
• Rubio to hoop again after mental health break

After retiring from the NBA earlier in January, Ricky Rubio announced he will begin training with Barcelona Tuesday as he enters the final phase of his mental health recovery....2024
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• Ricky Rubio, Cavs discussing potential parting of ways
The Cavaliers and point guard Ricky Rubio have begun to discuss a possible parting of ways, according to Joe Vardon and Shams Charania of The Athletic. Rubio, 33, missed all of training camp and has not been with the team this season, citing mental health issues. Several sources have told Hoops Wire they believe Rubio […] The post Ricky Rubio, Cavs discussing potential parting of ways appear...2023
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• Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio discussing future with team in need of guards, roster spot: Sources
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• Ricky Rubio to Remain Away from Cavs Indefinitely
CLEVELAND — Point guard Ricky Rubio remains away from the Cavaliers and it’s still too soon to know when he might return. The team offered an update Monday on Media Day, with training camp set to tip off the following day. Per the release, Rubio “publicly stated in August that he was stepping away from […] The post Ricky Rubio to Remain Away from Cavs Indefinitely appeared ...2023
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• Ricky Rubio joins Spanish club Barcelona for practice
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• Ricky Rubio retires after 12-year NBA career due to mental health: ‘I would like to keep it private’
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• Why Stephen Curry is the NBA’s most underrated star
It seems rather ludicrous on the surface. He’s won two NBA MVP awards and could be on the verge of winning his fourth title in five seasons. But since his days as a high school baller in North Carolina, Stephen Wardell Curry has been underestimated. First, it was the Duke Blue Devils failing to offer the smallish guard a scholarship. Curry would ultimately have to tag along with a small school in ...2019
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• Ricky Rubio Trade Rumors: News, Speculation Surrounding Timberwolves Guard
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• Wednesday NBA Roundup: Joel Embiid, Kristaps Porzingis in Disparate Situations
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• NBA Saturday Roundup: Only Spurs Can Now Thwart Warriors' Quest for Destiny
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• NBA Tuesday Trade Roundup: Pistons' Present, Future Brighter with Tobias Harris
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