Overview

• Rubio announced he is taking a break from basketball to focus on his mental health.
• He was expected to play for Spain in the upcoming FIBA World Cup but withdrew from the team.
• Rubio was struggling with his play after recovering from a torn ACL last season with the Cavaliers.
• He was the MVP of Spain's World Cup championship team in 2019.
• The Cavaliers and Spanish Basketball Federation offered their support for Rubio's decision.