Citing mental health concerns, veteran NBA and Spanish national team guard Ricky Rubio steps away from basketball

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.