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[Ricky Rubio] I never fell in love with the traditions or culture of the US

Discussion in 'NBA Dish' started by daywalker02, Jul 7, 2025.

  1. daywalker02

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    Ricky Rubio: I was one in Minneapolis because it was the YouTube era. And I had to create that character even though I didn’t want to. I never fell in love with the culture or traditions. For me, the impact the U.S. has, both generally and in basketball—they’ve turned the NBA into a show, into a business. They’ve left behind the love of basketball, and that’s also happening in Europe. So what do I take from the U.S.? What I wouldn’t do—not what I would.
    Source: Marca.com

     
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    Love it! He managed to remain himself, humble and not buy into the bullshit that money and fame brings.
     
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    Ricky lost his spirit when Harden broke his ankles.
     
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    He shoulda wise up early and choose where to sign based on whoever has Giannis, Jokic, Mutumbo, Yao type players. America also used to have Grant Hill, Shane Battier, etc
     
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    Not everyone is going to fall in love with the culture of another country.

    Having said that - the culture of the NBA really isn't the culture of the United States.

    Regardless, Rubio has had a very tough life - he was made a global celebrity at 16 years old, and was spoiled at an early age - complaining about having to go to Minnesota when he should have been a senior in high school. He really struggled in the NBA, never became the player he was expected to become and ultimately became a solid role player.

    He was very close to his mother and she died after he was only in the league for a little while.

    He is not retired and his mid 30's and is probably now for the first time reflecting on his life and where he wants to go forward.
     
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    Maybe not the career he wished for, but it sounds like he is in a mental state where he is at peace and true to himself
     
    #6 LosPollosHermanos, Jul 7, 2025
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    so... bring in rick roll rubio to mentor fred van fleet?
     
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    Wubio is the real king.
     
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