NBA rumors: Celtics star reunion in cards, Cunningham beast mode, more
By Josh Wilson
Though we’re in the dog days of the NBA offseason, there are still plenty of rumors around the league, including a possible Celtics signing.
We’re into August, typically the quiet part of the NBA offseason. But with the FIBA World Cup taking place this summer, we do have some news and rumors to get to across the league.
We’ll start off with Ricky Rubio’s break from basketball, for now just impacting his status on the Spain team.
Ricky Rubio takes mental health break
Ricky Rubio surprisingly won’t be taking part in the 2023 World Cup for the Spanish team, opting to take time off to care for his mental health.
Translated by Google, here’s what Rubio said in a statement:
"“I have decided to stop my professional activity to take care of my mental health. I want to thank all the support I have received from the FEB to understand my decision. Today #LaFamilia makes more sense than ever. Thank you. I would ask that my privacy be respected so that I can face these moments and be able to give more information when the time is right.”"
It’s unclear how long Rubio expects this mental health break to last. He is under contract in the NBA for this season and next with the Cavaliers and has dealt with limited appearances the last few seasons due to an ACL tear.
The NBA regular season tips off in October, but training camps are starting up in the second half of September.