Ricky Rubio Announces NBA Retirement, Citing Mental Health

Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell Expresses Relief and Happiness for Rubio, Acknowledging His Significant Impact on the Team and Beyond

Ricky Rubio, former Cleveland Cavaliers guard, has announced his retirement from the NBA after 12 seasons.
Rubio stepped away from basketball last summer to focus on his mental health, describing his mind as going to 'a dark place'.
Donovan Mitchell, the Cavs' All-Star guard, expressed relief and happiness for Rubio, describing him as a cherished friend and a genuine human being.
Rubio had a significant impact on the teams he played for, particularly the Cavaliers, serving as a mentor to young players and assisting coach J.B. Bickerstaff.
Beyond basketball, Rubio was committed to the communities he was part of, often interacting with children during hospital visits and uplifting those around him.