I'm from Spain, so I can tell you what happened to him: two terrible injuries and his grandma and mom's death in a short period of time. No wonder he has mental issues, it's a miracle he didn't go insane. Te queremos, Ricky, recupérate pronto (we love you, Ricky, get well soon)
One thing I think gets lost in all of this: He was a professional from 14 years old all the way to 32. That’s almost 20 years. Nearly two whole decades of sacrifices, holding back at screaming fans or social media clickbait, having your every move viewed and scrutinized by the public, etc. before even being considered middle-aged. I really hope Rubio finds peace now and can live his life.
Same problem with child stars in Hollywood or the music industry. I pity these kids. They have all the money in the world but does not have genuine happiness.
As a Utah Jazz fan I will never forget Ricky and what he brought to the team he gave us hope in those playoff moments and helped us win in the playoffs against OKC something Donovan and Rudy couldn't do after he left he was a lot more important to the core than anyone ever thought.
I was at the Thunder vs Jazz playoff game where the crowd chanted "RUBIO" at the end of the second half. Dude took it to Westbrook and made him pay. It was so beautiful to see. Always a Ricky fan
@@LOKALZ808HUH?? He was the Jazzs second best player. Drawing 4 fouls on Westbrook after Westbrook said he was gonna “shut that sh*t down” in game 4. Orchestrated the offense setting up shooters and locking down Westbrook? Yes he was special. If he doesn’t get injured the Houston series is more competitive.
I was there too! Such a great game! Ricky is my favorite Jazzman!
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You forgot to mention that in 2019 he led Spain to a World Championship and was the MVP of the tournament. I will never forget watching him as a 17 year-old in the Olympic finals against Kobe and the USA. So impressed. I loved watching him as a rookie throwing alley oops in Minesota. He had a very successful career. Just like Derrick Rose, we all know how injuries can limit a player, that´s sad, but he accomplished much more than most players. Being a start in the NBA for many years is already an extremely difficult achievement.
Rubio in that OKC series. Man. I was at that game with the 26 point triple double. He was electric. The most hyped I have ever seen a Jazz home crowd since the Finals against MJ. He's an incredible person, and deserves happiness.
@@dumbassdude8372who cares if westbrick is better. He opened his mouth to talk shit about Ricky, he payed with a 26 points triple double his face. That was one of the best instant karma moments.
The most impressive thing about Ricky was him maintaining a positive plus minus on that 16-66 Minnesota team as a starter playing 30mins. Dude played 70+ games as well. To be a winning player on an all time bad team was mind boggling to me, and one of the most impressive things I’ve ever seen. I watched every game. Watching Minnesota blow 20 point leads as soon as he sat on the bench. Watching him and Bazz beat the 73 win warrior team AT gs. Like what the hell. He deserved more respect around the league
@neilbryanbucsit197 Many of those Minnesota teams with Kevin love and Ricky finished above 500. The west was just brutal. At one point a 50 win sun's team didn't make the playoffs. Like sheesh.
Ricky was traded to Utah, and the team improved so much, then was traded to Suns and the team improved a lot, then was traded to the Cavs and the team improved big time. He's the ultimate teammate and chemistry maker, either Donovan Mitchell and Dev Booker praise him all the time (remember, he was substituted by Conley and Chris Paul in Utah and Phoenix, not scrubs). No player has more assists and steals in less minutes played in NBA HISTORY. He had two ACLs when he was playing great and was MVP of the last world Championship. To me, he's been up to the hype in the limited minutes he has played
Nothing but love for Rubio. He taught me to love the game in every facet. I wasn't athletic like D Rose, not built like Bron, could never shoot like Curry but I always tried to be good at the little things and see the floor on both the sides of the court and make my team better. Watching Rubio allowed me to see the game in a way I couldn't before. He's always been a positive guy and no drama. Depression just isn't something you can prepare for and it just never goes away. I wish him the best in life.
Please keep making this type of stories. Basketball is fun, but there are things that are way bigger than basketball. Thank you for sharing these stories.
People don't realize dude started playing pro basketball towards the end of 14 years old. Dude has played a whole ass 15 years career even before the age of 30. Always has been a class act. It's a shame he didn't live up to the hype but he's always been a quality player. He may not be the superstar some of us expected but anyone who thinks he don't play winning basketball just doesn't watch he play enough. I hope he comes back and is given an opportunity on a winning team, he IS a good player and will contribute winning basketball.
Cassey, an important note: the first team of Ricky was not named DKV, but Joventut de Badalona (DKV is tye sponsor). As a spaniard, Ricky for any of us was a model of what a goid player and person, especially his moments with the Gasols, Calderón and Ibaka. And this year it sermed interesting dur to tye WC as Lorenzo Brown is out, it seemed that he wouid be the bew leader...but anyways, we dessire tye BEST to him and his family.
A good overview of Ricky's NBA career, but you should have mentioned the great achievements he got in parallel with the Spanish national team, especially the FIBA World Cup MVP in 2019.
It's really sad to see how his career went. Also to see how his life went. Being hyped up from 14 years old. Being top prospect. Getting drafted in poor conditions. Getting injured multiple times. Losing his mom while not being there because of his job. I hope he finds himself back again living his life with his family. He was a great player. Wish him the best.
The reason he didn't join Minny right after the draft was simply that he had a hefty buyout clause with Joventut, and paying it out of his own pocket would mean basically playing for free his first 2 seasons there. This was well known and that's why they chose another PG at 5. They just screwed it up choosing the wrong one. And BTW, his first season in Barcelona was pretty good, it was in his second year when the coach decided to change the way they played and Ricky struggled to adjust.
Rubio was very important for the Suns too... he helped to change our culture and the bubble run was amazing! Unfortunally, Phoenix trade him in a dirty way, so it adds up to the struggles of his mental health :/
Thank you am hoops for always making such great content. Its always a pleasure to just wake up and see that there's a am hoops video posted. I watched literally all your videos, keep up the good work!
As a Jazz fan, we loved him here and he loved Utah. Then the front office told him they would be moving on from him. Have only wished the best for him ever since. Hope he takes care of himself and comes back soon for another run.
Overall hes been a good player, having good contracts and some great performances. He's won team and individual titles with Spain and he was Westbrook's daddy during that OKC-Jazz series. Its not his fault that he got hyped and severely injured his rookie year. I hope he finds happiness as a retired player
Pretty good summary of Rubio's career, but I wish you mentioned more about his role as a mentor & teacher, especially to Mitchell and Booker. His shot was never great, but he excelled at pretty much everything else. A lot of us in Minnesota still love him even though we never went anywhere with him starting at PG.
I distinctly remember seeing Rubio get drafted by my Wolves, and being at the Target Center during a pre-season game getting so excited when he was to enter the court as a Wolves player for the first time. We were all chanting "Spaniard!" and it was great to see. That first season he was electric and it was a shame it was cut short during that Lakers game. I agree with the poster who said he's been playing for 20 years already. He has had a long career, and a lot of stress and heartbreak. If he wants to hang it up, good for him. I'm glad I got to see him play in the NBA and in international play for as long as I did.
I'm Serbian, and as for floor general fame, Rubio is up there with the best point-guards (we say playmakers in Europe) of all time. The best comparison would be Jason Kid, but unfortunately due to injuries, he couldn't leave that kind of impact in the league. He was one of the guys that elevated every team he was on, you know those type of players, when they sit on the bench, the playing 5 simply falls apart in every way. He comes in - oh, everything's functioning now. I always thought that his bad FG% was a miniscule price to pay for everything else he brings to the team. Anyways, I wish him all the best in his future.
Finally someone appreciate my NBA idol, he's the reason why I started watching NBA, his passing skills was the thing I was looking forward to every game, he was my steve nash, when I first saw his flashy passes back in 2013, I was so amazed, it was first time seeing such passes because that time, I didn't know such playstyle exist, heck I didn't know a thing about bball back then but I know his passes is awesome, I later learn about steve nash, rondo, kidd, white chocolate & other great passers but he was the reason why I even started watching NBA, he was the reason why I pick up the ball, I even buy his addidas shoes then when he visited our country, I was so hype but couldn't attend because I had classes that time. He will always be my No. 1 Idol in NBA.
Thank you for telling his story, I remember watching him play, but I didn’t know any of this, and I will look at him differently because of this information, I appreciate you for making this video!
Bro, I am Spanish and the thing that it is disrespectful to put yourself above the team and that MVPs are an American thing is not true. Literally the biggest stars in Spanish basketball history other than the Gasol brothers were ballhogs that wouldn't pass the ball to save their mother's life. We are talking a country that idolizes football strikers that sat next to the goal and just pushed it in. Individuality is a thing in European sports, it's just not as hardcore as an 06 Kobe.
Ricky is gonna be one of those talents that you wish blossomed to all those projections, but still appreciate what he was for who he is. Sucks to see it came down to this, but all the best Ricky. Hope this man finds the peace’s he’s looking for and lives a fulfilling life with his family. Bigger than basketball. ✊🏾
Guys, let's just not say that Kings passed on him = NBA scouts passed on him. Kings is notorious in passing star prospects. Kings itself was the graveyard for rookies for a long time. It's a blessing Rubio did not go there. But Timberwolves 😩😩. Imagine if he is in the Warriors and teams with lots of spacing. How good would he have been!
Man the fact that Kings GM decided that Rubio won't be picked by them just because his mom cut the steak for him has proved to me how r@cist America is, just think about it he passed on Rubio not becoz he lacked skill but due to his mom caring for her son, for the GM it proved the long held r@cist stereotype Americans hold for Europeans that they are 'soft', Americans think that staying away from family after hitting eighteen is being p*ssy, god should punish America for its r@cism man they also ruined the career of Jeremy Lin just because he didn't look like a baller, man this is crazy
In 2010 not only Ricky was the starting point guard for FC Barcelona, but the team won the Euroleague. The controversy you suggest in 3:01 and on never existed. Ricky shot 40% during the 2009/10 spanish ACB league regular season. He was voted the best point guard of the spanish league. Please, recheck your data. Besides, Ricky was the MVP of the World Basketball Cup in 2019, in which Spain won the gold medal, and lead the ppg statistic in Tokyo 2020 (summer of 2021) with 25.5 ppg, over Doncic, Durant, Tatum… This video doesn’t show the reality of Ricky’s carreer, just his lowers in the NBA. Two times gold medal in Eurobasket, the olympic medals, gold at the 2019 world championship, Euroleague champion, ACB league champion, three times Copa del Rey champion… There are a lot of things this video doesn’t consider.
Rubio reminds me a bit of those child actors who were always in the spotlight. A lot of them had to live under a lot of expectations at a very young age. Sometimes it worked out and sometimes it took its toll pysically and mentally.
He's a fighter, always been, but sometimes you're fighting for no reason. He has made a good decision focusing on his son and wife, I'm sure he'll be a great father and family man. Thank your visibilizing his story.
He was born in the wrong generation. He's a pure point guard and was top 5 in defense among point guards in a few of his seasons in Minnesotta. If he were playing in the 90s he would be a star.
@ismaelransanz7536 @whocares9198 A star over who? Gary payton,Isiah Thomas John Stockton,Tim Hardaway,Jason kidd,Penny Hardaway,Mark jackson,Rod Strickland,Iverson,Kenny Anderson , Kevin Johnson,Mark Price,Sam Cassell,Maurbury,Damon Stoudemire,Terry Porter,Mookie Blaylock,Derek harper,Ron harper,Nick Van exel,Terell Brandon and a few others. Like I said,he wouldn't be a star.
@@jj47k. stop it. Payton stockton kidd AI etc are hall of famers and would be in any era. And no one said he was better than those players. But terell brandon? Mookie baylock? Derek harper? He would be on the same level as those guys. So you STOP IT.
I miss ricky I really wish I could see him live in my country during fiba world cup but I respect his decision luckily I haven't bought the tickets so I didn't lose any money
Ricky started playing pro at 14, he played the olimpic final at 17, at 19 he had already won the ACB and the Euroleague. After his injury he was at the top of his game in 2019, dominating the WC, only to be traded and traded again in the NBA. In Spain we learned that Cleveland wanted Ricky to play in the WC and come back in top shape to the NBA, but at 32 he just declined. He just needs a break and enjoy basketball again. We will hopefully see him playing in Europe soon.
I'd say that Ricky is the 2nd most beloved Timberwolf of all time behind KG. We like guys that are nice and show a bit of their heart so guys like Rubio and Corey Brewer are way more popular than you'd expect and guys like Kevin Love and even Karl Anthony Towns are less popular than their talent should demand.
Important note: He hasnt said he is retired, he said he wants to take a break from basketball and that he doesnt know how long it will take him to return. My guess is that he will return in a few years, but he will play in some Liga ACB team (either Joventut or Barcelona)
Ricky Rubio was the MVP of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019, where he won the gold with Spain. But even before that he had proven to be one the most talented and unique players on earth. Some of us prefer enjoying his magical assists than reading stats. How many players can do those no-one-expected-that blind assists in the toughest basketball league of the planet?, even in his first year! He is exceptional, his passes are beautiful, like an art form. Those extraordinary moves stick in my mind forever more that figures, digits, amounts or percentages. Creative guy, imaginative, clever, artistic, original, innovative... and a good person with a positive message: there are no stats for all these things, but they are much more relevant.
Disrespect not mentioning Lauri being amazing teammate to play with Rubio as both knew European style of bball. Garland and Mobley really didn't benefit from Rubio in that Cavs year more than Love & Markkanen did having Rubio play with them. Rubio I think would have enjoyed being in Spanish league more than NBA, maybe bad mistake to leave his home country. USA culture of bball doesn't fit for all. Still all the best for Ricky, I always enjoyed his game in any team he was with.
@@zachnantz5304Well I didn't mean that Garland didn't benefit, I was tiredly talking which players on the floor benefitted when Rubio played that year.
@@serbonkers4130 true, but the last trade from cleveland to Indiana was different, he was injured for the year and then resigned him. Pity, It was interesting to see a rotation with Mitchell, Garland and Rubio
Good for him. Not many human accomplish so much in an entire lifetime, let alone by the age of 32! Buena suerte Ricky! Basketball will always be there for you.
Even sadder when you consider that Rubio was on the Phoenix Suns team that went 8-0 in the bubble, only to be replaced with CP3 the very next season, when they ended up making the Finals.
I remember that draft like it was yesterday. Not one analyst wanted Steph. Not one positive comment. Too small, too slow, too frail. Dubs were the laughing stock after they drafted Steph.
NBA can indeed be too toxic for foreign players. No wonder why some foreign players play best in their national team in FIBA or Olympics. I will not forget that he improved the teams like Jazz, Phoenix and Cleveland tremendously and won MVP in WC during those times. He is one of the purest point guards in the NBA.
Ricky is my favorite basketball player. People always look at me strange when I say it. He's my favorite basketball player because he's unselfish on and off the court.
Ricky Rubio wasn't a bad draft night decision, how career was hampered by injuries. Who is to say Steph Currys early career ankle problems wouldn't have been worse in Minnesota under Tom Thibidou.
When you’re from Spain and you have to live in Minnesota, Cleveland, and other crappy cities, that right there is enough to make you depressed. Americans have no idea how depressing our country is.. Source: I live in Spain and make videos here.
Much respect to Rubio. He would be an awesome PG off the bench of the 76ers especially if they lose harden. They would need a experience playmaker without a doubt. heal up toward peace Ricky 👍
I'm from Spain, so I can tell you what happened to him: two terrible injuries and his grandma and mom's death in a short period of time. No wonder he has mental issues, it's a miracle he didn't go insane. Te queremos, Ricky, recupérate pronto (we love you, Ricky, get well soon)
its clear mj is the goat i lost all my respect for kobe hes terrible for injuring ricky
@@frozenplays2708dafuq did MJ got to do with this?
Flip Saunders also passing was hard on him too.
Amen hermano
Is Spain a building?
One thing I think gets lost in all of this:
He was a professional from 14 years old all the way to 32. That’s almost 20 years. Nearly two whole decades of sacrifices, holding back at screaming fans or social media clickbait, having your every move viewed and scrutinized by the public, etc. before even being considered middle-aged.
I really hope Rubio finds peace now and can live his life.
For millions of dollars. Sign me up !
He's 32 but yeah
@@zureaimoney isn’t everything
Same problem with child stars in Hollywood or the music industry. I pity these kids. They have all the money in the world but does not have genuine happiness.
Also got drafted to the timberwolves, basketball hell if I’ve ever seen it
As a Utah Jazz fan I will never forget Ricky and what he brought to the team he gave us hope in those playoff moments and helped us win in the playoffs against OKC something Donovan and Rudy couldn't do after he left he was a lot more important to the core than anyone ever thought.
I was at the Thunder vs Jazz playoff game where the crowd chanted "RUBIO" at the end of the second half. Dude took it to Westbrook and made him pay. It was so beautiful to see. Always a Ricky fan
@@darylhenry9595what? Other than game 3 he didnt do jack in that series lol
@@LOKALZ808HUH?? He was the Jazzs second best player. Drawing 4 fouls on Westbrook after Westbrook said he was gonna “shut that sh*t down” in game 4. Orchestrated the offense setting up shooters and locking down Westbrook? Yes he was special. If he doesn’t get injured the Houston series is more competitive.
i still think the jazz would have reached west finals had ricky been helthy
I was there too! Such a great game! Ricky is my favorite Jazzman!
You forgot to mention that in 2019 he led Spain to a World Championship and was the MVP of the tournament. I will never forget watching him as a 17 year-old in the Olympic finals against Kobe and the USA. So impressed. I loved watching him as a rookie throwing alley oops in Minesota. He had a very successful career. Just like Derrick Rose, we all know how injuries can limit a player, that´s sad, but he accomplished much more than most players. Being a start in the NBA for many years is already an extremely difficult achievement.
Rubio in that OKC series. Man. I was at that game with the 26 point triple double. He was electric. The most hyped I have ever seen a Jazz home crowd since the Finals against MJ.
He's an incredible person, and deserves happiness.
He's not better than Russ but that series showed us why some playstyles are significantly more impactful
@@dumbassdude8372Rubio literally had 1 good game, he was ass the whole series
@@dumbassdude8372who cares if westbrick is better. He opened his mouth to talk shit about Ricky, he payed with a 26 points triple double his face. That was one of the best instant karma moments.
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
And they coincide too! If ones off the other will be too
@@miggssamonte5292Fax!
Unless you’re Ben Simmons
I used to dismiss people who cry for help because of mental health issues thinking that's just being soft. Until i experienced it myself.
@joseph1145 hahaha good you deserve it. Hope you're good though
The most impressive thing about Ricky was him maintaining a positive plus minus on that 16-66 Minnesota team as a starter playing 30mins. Dude played 70+ games as well. To be a winning player on an all time bad team was mind boggling to me, and one of the most impressive things I’ve ever seen. I watched every game. Watching Minnesota blow 20 point leads as soon as he sat on the bench. Watching him and Bazz beat the 73 win warrior team AT gs. Like what the hell. He deserved more respect around the league
At one point they were also above .500 then his first ACL tear happened
@neilbryanbucsit197 Many of those Minnesota teams with Kevin love and Ricky finished above 500. The west was just brutal. At one point a 50 win sun's team didn't make the playoffs. Like sheesh.
Fax that 2014 Minnie team was technically a 48 win team according to net rating, but the west was brutal@@noliferetiree1354
@@neilbryanbucsit197 They were 21-19 with Rubio, finished 5-21 without him.
@@jayteegamble yup anyone who can impact a garbage team like those Wolves is amazing IMO but again injuries suck
Ricky was traded to Utah, and the team improved so much, then was traded to Suns and the team improved a lot, then was traded to the Cavs and the team improved big time. He's the ultimate teammate and chemistry maker, either Donovan Mitchell and Dev Booker praise him all the time (remember, he was substituted by Conley and Chris Paul in Utah and Phoenix, not scrubs). No player has more assists and steals in less minutes played in NBA HISTORY. He had two ACLs when he was playing great and was MVP of the last world Championship. To me, he's been up to the hype in the limited minutes he has played
Nothing but love for Rubio. He taught me to love the game in every facet. I wasn't athletic like D Rose, not built like Bron, could never shoot like Curry but I always tried to be good at the little things and see the floor on both the sides of the court and make my team better. Watching Rubio allowed me to see the game in a way I couldn't before. He's always been a positive guy and no drama. Depression just isn't something you can prepare for and it just never goes away. I wish him the best in life.
ricky rubio is amazing. great guy, great teammate, great national team player. all the best to a living legend....
Man, I miss Ricky Rubio! He was one of my favorites!
here before this kinda blows up 😁
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He’s still playing but for FC Barcelona
Love your recent content. Sometimes we get so caught up in excitement of the NBA, we forget these elite performers have personalities and struggles.
Please keep making this type of stories. Basketball is fun, but there are things that are way bigger than basketball. Thank you for sharing these stories.
*THESE *types of stories
Ricky used to come visit our patients consistently at Huntsman Cancer Hospital. He was amazing!
He used to show up at bereavement groups in SLC and talk about losing his mom like he was just a regular person.
Ricky will always be a legend in Spain ❤
People don't realize dude started playing pro basketball towards the end of 14 years old. Dude has played a whole ass 15 years career even before the age of 30. Always has been a class act. It's a shame he didn't live up to the hype but he's always been a quality player. He may not be the superstar some of us expected but anyone who thinks he don't play winning basketball just doesn't watch he play enough. I hope he comes back and is given an opportunity on a winning team, he IS a good player and will contribute winning basketball.
@@MrLycan1995 He need to leave the nba and comeback to Spain, everyone will show him love and respect!
And in Europe/ rest of the World, too.
@@RedShiftGalaxy most italians would probably disagree
Cassey, an important note: the first team of Ricky was not named DKV, but Joventut de Badalona (DKV is tye sponsor).
As a spaniard, Ricky for any of us was a model of what a goid player and person, especially his moments with the Gasols, Calderón and Ibaka. And this year it sermed interesting dur to tye WC as Lorenzo Brown is out, it seemed that he wouid be the bew leader...but anyways, we dessire tye BEST to him and his family.
Gotcha - thanks for the correction!
@@AMHoops ningun problema, maquina. Sigue así, el trabajo que estás haciendo es de una calidad altísima y se nota el amor al baloncesto q tienes.
it's more heroic to be a good person than a great point guard. Thank you Ricky
he's still quite good though
A good overview of Ricky's NBA career, but you should have mentioned the great achievements he got in parallel with the Spanish national team, especially the FIBA World Cup MVP in 2019.
Thank you so much for making this video! Rubio has always been one of my favourite players!
I'm spaniard and they were talking abou him like crazy here since he was 15-16. That can break anyone
It's really sad to see how his career went. Also to see how his life went. Being hyped up from 14 years old. Being top prospect. Getting drafted in poor conditions. Getting injured multiple times. Losing his mom while not being there because of his job.
I hope he finds himself back again living his life with his family.
He was a great player. Wish him the best.
The reason he didn't join Minny right after the draft was simply that he had a hefty buyout clause with Joventut, and paying it out of his own pocket would mean basically playing for free his first 2 seasons there. This was well known and that's why they chose another PG at 5. They just screwed it up choosing the wrong one.
And BTW, his first season in Barcelona was pretty good, it was in his second year when the coach decided to change the way they played and Ricky struggled to adjust.
Rubio was very important for the Suns too... he helped to change our culture and the bubble run was amazing! Unfortunally, Phoenix trade him in a dirty way, so it adds up to the struggles of his mental health :/
I read a lot about Ricky this days, but this is the best video/info of all. Good job, very complete
Thank you am hoops for always making such great content. Its always a pleasure to just wake up and see that there's a am hoops video posted. I watched literally all your videos, keep up the good work!
As a Jazz fan, we loved him here and he loved Utah. Then the front office told him they would be moving on from him. Have only wished the best for him ever since. Hope he takes care of himself and comes back soon for another run.
Another run for utah
Sad, didn’t know this about him, hope he gets the mental help he needs, and comes back better than ever
Losing a loved one will absolutely change your life & mind forever. Prayers for him & wish him all the best.
Props to Ricky, he's a good man. I hate that the NBA can be this toxic.
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"He missed a lot of time with his mom- but won't make that same mistake with his son."
powerful quote
right decision
Overall hes been a good player, having good contracts and some great performances. He's won team and individual titles with Spain and he was Westbrook's daddy during that OKC-Jazz series. Its not his fault that he got hyped and severely injured his rookie year. I hope he finds happiness as a retired player
Pretty good summary of Rubio's career, but I wish you mentioned more about his role as a mentor & teacher, especially to Mitchell and Booker.
His shot was never great, but he excelled at pretty much everything else. A lot of us in Minnesota still love him even though we never went anywhere with him starting at PG.
I distinctly remember seeing Rubio get drafted by my Wolves, and being at the Target Center during a pre-season game getting so excited when he was to enter the court as a Wolves player for the first time. We were all chanting "Spaniard!" and it was great to see. That first season he was electric and it was a shame it was cut short during that Lakers game.
I agree with the poster who said he's been playing for 20 years already. He has had a long career, and a lot of stress and heartbreak. If he wants to hang it up, good for him. I'm glad I got to see him play in the NBA and in international play for as long as I did.
I'm Serbian, and as for floor general fame, Rubio is up there with the best point-guards (we say playmakers in Europe) of all time. The best comparison would be Jason Kid, but unfortunately due to injuries, he couldn't leave that kind of impact in the league.
He was one of the guys that elevated every team he was on, you know those type of players, when they sit on the bench, the playing 5 simply falls apart in every way. He comes in - oh, everything's functioning now.
I always thought that his bad FG% was a miniscule price to pay for everything else he brings to the team.
Anyways, I wish him all the best in his future.
Finally someone appreciate my NBA idol, he's the reason why I started watching NBA, his passing skills was the thing I was looking forward to every game, he was my steve nash, when I first saw his flashy passes back in 2013, I was so amazed, it was first time seeing such passes because that time, I didn't know such playstyle exist, heck I didn't know a thing about bball back then but I know his passes is awesome, I later learn about steve nash, rondo, kidd, white chocolate & other great passers but he was the reason why I even started watching NBA, he was the reason why I pick up the ball, I even buy his addidas shoes then when he visited our country, I was so hype but couldn't attend because I had classes that time. He will always be my No. 1 Idol in NBA.
Me too
Here from Spain we aprecciate the work, great video as always
Thank you for telling his story, I remember watching him play, but I didn’t know any of this, and I will look at him differently because of this information, I appreciate you for making this video!
Ricky legend, great basketball player despite everything and a great human being
Great content casey. Been following Rubio since he’s 17 and no matter how wild the ride has been, im glad he’ll have more time with his family.
Bro, I am Spanish and the thing that it is disrespectful to put yourself above the team and that MVPs are an American thing is not true. Literally the biggest stars in Spanish basketball history other than the Gasol brothers were ballhogs that wouldn't pass the ball to save their mother's life. We are talking a country that idolizes football strikers that sat next to the goal and just pushed it in. Individuality is a thing in European sports, it's just not as hardcore as an 06 Kobe.
Ricky is gonna be one of those talents that you wish blossomed to all those projections, but still appreciate what he was for who he is. Sucks to see it came down to this, but all the best Ricky. Hope this man finds the peace’s he’s looking for and lives a fulfilling life with his family. Bigger than basketball. ✊🏾
I worked with Rubio in MN. He was always a kind soul.
Guys, let's just not say that Kings passed on him = NBA scouts passed on him. Kings is notorious in passing star prospects. Kings itself was the graveyard for rookies for a long time. It's a blessing Rubio did not go there. But Timberwolves 😩😩. Imagine if he is in the Warriors and teams with lots of spacing. How good would he have been!
Smol guard who cant shhot and lacks aggression. He did the best he could have.
Man the fact that Kings GM decided that Rubio won't be picked by them just because his mom cut the steak for him has proved to me how r@cist America is, just think about it he passed on Rubio not becoz he lacked skill but due to his mom caring for her son, for the GM it proved the long held r@cist stereotype Americans hold for Europeans that they are 'soft', Americans think that staying away from family after hitting eighteen is being p*ssy, god should punish America for its r@cism man they also ruined the career of Jeremy Lin just because he didn't look like a baller, man this is crazy
Thank you for making this, Rubio is my all time favorite player
Honestly I love this series. Please keep doing these!
Wow.
Really good content! Your dilivery and engagement is super on point 😊
I'm from Spain and I'm proud of Ricky. He is an awesome person and an incredibly fun basketball player to watch
Hey A.M. hoops keep up the excellent work! I really like these story-telling videos!
Terrific video production! And regarding Rubio... it's a shame injuries sometimes mess up players' carriers 😑
In 2010 not only Ricky was the starting point guard for FC Barcelona, but the team won the Euroleague. The controversy you suggest in 3:01 and on never existed. Ricky shot 40% during the 2009/10 spanish ACB league regular season. He was voted the best point guard of the spanish league. Please, recheck your data.
Besides, Ricky was the MVP of the World Basketball Cup in 2019, in which Spain won the gold medal, and lead the ppg statistic in Tokyo 2020 (summer of 2021) with 25.5 ppg, over Doncic, Durant, Tatum… This video doesn’t show the reality of Ricky’s carreer, just his lowers in the NBA. Two times gold medal in Eurobasket, the olympic medals, gold at the 2019 world championship, Euroleague champion, ACB league champion, three times Copa del Rey champion… There are a lot of things this video doesn’t consider.
Favorite player of all time 🐺
Was a huge Rubio fan when he played for the Jazz.
The Fam will always be number1️⃣ over everything no matter what. Good for Ricky man. Hope he has a good rest of his life.
Good for Rubio. I'm sure he's earned enough money from the NBA. In this life, family is and will always be the most important thing that matters.
Rubio reminds me a bit of those child actors who were always in the spotlight. A lot of them had to live under a lot of expectations at a very young age. Sometimes it worked out and sometimes it took its toll pysically and mentally.
Great video. Always loved his game hope to see him a few more seasons.
He's a fighter, always been, but sometimes you're fighting for no reason. He has made a good decision focusing on his son and wife, I'm sure he'll be a great father and family man. Thank your visibilizing his story.
He was born in the wrong generation. He's a pure point guard and was top 5 in defense among point guards in a few of his seasons in Minnesotta. If he were playing in the 90s he would be a star.
Stop it
@@jj47k.He would. 90's didnt have teams shooting 50 3s a game. And his game is just missing the shooting lol
In 90s he would be a star, and today he is a star
@ismaelransanz7536 @whocares9198 A star over who? Gary payton,Isiah Thomas John Stockton,Tim Hardaway,Jason kidd,Penny Hardaway,Mark jackson,Rod Strickland,Iverson,Kenny Anderson , Kevin Johnson,Mark Price,Sam Cassell,Maurbury,Damon Stoudemire,Terry Porter,Mookie Blaylock,Derek harper,Ron harper,Nick Van exel,Terell Brandon and a few others. Like I said,he wouldn't be a star.
@@jj47k. stop it. Payton stockton kidd AI etc are hall of famers and would be in any era. And no one said he was better than those players. But terell brandon? Mookie baylock? Derek harper? He would be on the same level as those guys. So you STOP IT.
Nothing but respect for Rubio - love him on the Jazz. Doing the right thing for sure
I miss ricky
I really wish I could see him live in my country during fiba world cup but I respect his decision
luckily I haven't bought the tickets so I didn't lose any money
That's crazy. Ricky Rubio is my favorite player and will always be my favorite player🙏🫶
Ricky started playing pro at 14, he played the olimpic final at 17, at 19 he had already won the ACB and the Euroleague. After his injury he was at the top of his game in 2019, dominating the WC, only to be traded and traded again in the NBA. In Spain we learned that Cleveland wanted Ricky to play in the WC and come back in top shape to the NBA, but at 32 he just declined. He just needs a break and enjoy basketball again. We will hopefully see him playing in Europe soon.
I'd say that Ricky is the 2nd most beloved Timberwolf of all time behind KG. We like guys that are nice and show a bit of their heart so guys like Rubio and Corey Brewer are way more popular than you'd expect and guys like Kevin Love and even Karl Anthony Towns are less popular than their talent should demand.
Man I’m gonna miss Ricky Rubio so much :( truly disappointing what happened to him and his career
Important note: He hasnt said he is retired, he said he wants to take a break from basketball and that he doesnt know how long it will take him to return. My guess is that he will return in a few years, but he will play in some Liga ACB team (either Joventut or Barcelona)
Return in a few years? He's already 32 lol
which it means if he takes care of himself, he can have 3/4 years at a decent level. @@mac_-mtlmcal
One thing that could have contributed to this; A bit of irony. He really enjoyed his time in Utah and did not seem happy to leave
The sincerity in this mans eyes !🙏🏽
Amazing mentor to Darius and he really helped to cultivate the high performance culture the Cavs have today.
Ricky Rubio was the 2019 FIBA WORLD CUP MVP!
Ricky Rubio was the MVP of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2019, where he won the gold with Spain. But even before that he had proven to be one the most talented and unique players on earth. Some of us prefer enjoying his magical assists than reading stats. How many players can do those no-one-expected-that blind assists in the toughest basketball league of the planet?, even in his first year! He is exceptional, his passes are beautiful, like an art form. Those extraordinary moves stick in my mind forever more that figures, digits, amounts or percentages. Creative guy, imaginative, clever, artistic, original, innovative... and a good person with a positive message: there are no stats for all these things, but they are much more relevant.
Disrespect not mentioning Lauri being amazing teammate to play with Rubio as both knew European style of bball. Garland and Mobley really didn't benefit from Rubio in that Cavs year more than Love & Markkanen did having Rubio play with them. Rubio I think would have enjoyed being in Spanish league more than NBA, maybe bad mistake to leave his home country. USA culture of bball doesn't fit for all. Still all the best for Ricky, I always enjoyed his game in any team he was with.
I agree with a lot of what you said, however, I think garland definitely benefited and learned how to play more off the ball with rubio
@@zachnantz5304Well I didn't mean that Garland didn't benefit, I was tiredly talking which players on the floor benefitted when Rubio played that year.
He started his professional career in 2004, so it's a needed retirement
Bless him, such an amazing person. Just ask around any of his team mates, nothing but good words.
The last few teams he olayed for he helped them get better then they traded him away. Its crazy
@@serbonkers4130 true, but the last trade from cleveland to Indiana was different, he was injured for the year and then resigned him. Pity, It was interesting to see a rotation with Mitchell, Garland and Rubio
The fact the Timberwolves past on S.Curry not once but Twice is insane. Glad Curry got drafted by GS because MN will definitely ruined his career
Life is much more than basketball and ourselves, it is about what makes life worth it
Bs right there
Great video I just wanna say that you called DKV to the Juventut de Badalona which is how it's usually refered as
ricky rubio will always be the best to me this kid was so good
i still remember when he had that great game agaisnt the knicks, feels like that was so long ago
I remember that 😂 everyone dropping career highs against the Knicks
Ricky earned 126 mil - sounds like aGREAT retirement 😂
Good for him. Not many human accomplish so much in an entire lifetime, let alone by the age of 32! Buena suerte Ricky! Basketball will always be there for you.
Most teams had Rubio ahead of Curry on their board just an FYI bud.
Love you Ricky, great player and person. Hope you the best!
Loving all these stories
Even sadder when you consider that Rubio was on the Phoenix Suns team that went 8-0 in the bubble, only to be replaced with CP3 the very next season, when they ended up making the Finals.
Hope he finds true joy and happiness 🙏🏼
Respect to Rubio... Family over EVERYTHING ❤❤❤❤
I hope he can find peace. His mother would be proud of him and his legendary career. Generational talent.
Nice work 🎆✨
Great job with this story!
I remember that draft like it was yesterday. Not one analyst wanted Steph. Not one positive comment. Too small, too slow, too frail. Dubs were the laughing stock after they drafted Steph.
NBA can indeed be too toxic for foreign players. No wonder why some foreign players play best in their national team in FIBA or Olympics. I will not forget that he improved the teams like Jazz, Phoenix and Cleveland tremendously and won MVP in WC during those times. He is one of the purest point guards in the NBA.
Ricky is my favorite basketball player. People always look at me strange when I say it.
He's my favorite basketball player because he's unselfish on and off the court.
3:00 very well explained and very true. Here in Europe usually the team is more important than the players although there are exceptions.
Love Ricky. I credit him to helping the suns start to get out of that 10 years of suckiness
U miss the playing time with Spain, he was the reason we won the basketball worldcup, and he was the mvp
Ricky Rubio wasn't a bad draft night decision, how career was hampered by injuries. Who is to say Steph Currys early career ankle problems wouldn't have been worse in Minnesota under Tom Thibidou.
The Johnny Flynn pick was miserable
That was the crazy one ... but he did suffer some injuries that shortened his career.
When you’re from Spain and you have to live in Minnesota, Cleveland, and other crappy cities, that right there is enough to make you depressed. Americans have no idea how depressing our country is.. Source: I live in Spain and make videos here.
Much respect to Rubio. He would be an awesome PG off the bench of the 76ers especially if they lose harden. They would need a experience playmaker without a doubt. heal up toward peace Ricky 👍
That 51 pt game with 14 year old finished with a buzzer beater from halfcourt from Ricky to win the game. Crazy