Free-agent guard Ricky Rubio, who was waived by the Cleveland Cavaliers via buyout on Thursday, has announced his retirement from the NBA. Rubio had not yet suited up for the Cavaliers in the 2023-24 campaign after stepping away from the game before training camp to focus on his mental health. In the second season of a three-year, $18.44 million deal, Rubio has decided to call it a career after 12 years of service in the Association. Drafted fifth overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the ...

Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Ricky Rubio has announced that he's taking a break from basketball for mental health reasons. The announcement comes just three weeks before Rubio was set to help Spain defend the World Cup crown. Rubio was the MVP of the last World Cup in 2019. "I have decided to stop my professional activity to take care of my mental health," Rubio said in a statement. Rubio, who turns 33 in October, still has two seasons left on a three-year contract he signed with the ...

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (injury management) has been ruled out in the first game back after the All-Star break due to left knee injury management. The Spaniard sat out of the team's last game against the Philadelphia 76ers with an illness at the time, so this game may have just been a planned rest day. While Rubio is sidelined, Caris LeVert should see some more usage while Raul Neto may see some more opportunities off of the bench.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (illness) will be sidelined for Wednesday's contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. Rubio is feeling under the weather and will not be able to go after being listed as questionable from a non-COVID illness. Caris LeVert should see ample minutes off the bench on Wednesday with Rubio ruled out.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (illness) did not participate in shootaround on Wednesday and is still dealing with a non-COVID illness, which has landed him on the injury report as questionable. The 32-year-old seems to get a game off every few games while being eased back on to the court, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him get the night off before an extended break. If he does stay on the sidelines, look for Caris LeVert to take on more guard duties with the second unit.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (knee) won't play on Friday night against New Orleans. The veteran had eight points and two steals in 16 minutes on Wednesday versus the Piston. However, with the Cavs going into a back-to-back, Rubio will sit out on Friday before likely returning for Saturday's matchup with the visiting Chicago Bulls. Nevertheless, with Darius Garland and Donovan Mitchell both back in the lineup, Rubio probably wouldn't have gotten much work anyway.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. He has appeared in five straight games, but he'll sit out their next contest due to injury management on his left knee. His absence shouldn't have a huge impact with Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland both healthy and active. Raul Neto and Caris LeVert should have increased roles off the bench with Rubio inactive on Friday.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. The 32-year-old played 20 minutes off the bench during Sunday's contest. That being said, the Cavs will take the cautious approach and rest Rubio considering he's still working his way back from an ACL injury. Raul Neto should serve as the backup guard without Rubio available. However, he probably won't do enough on the court to warrant streaming in most fantasy formats.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ricky Rubio (knee) is set to make his season debut against the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday. The 32-year-old has been out for over a year while he recovers from left ACL surgery. He'll likely be on a heavy minutes limit as the Cavs ease him back into action. He's worth stashing in most fantasy formats, but isn't worth starting until he gets back up to full speed. Fantasy managers who can afford to be patient with Rubio should check the waiver wire to see if he's ...

A key part of doing a fantasy draft is avoiding players who find themselves in a bad situation. The wrong pick can completely tank your season. On the other hand, rostering players in perfect situations can be the ultimately league-winning move for savvy fantasy GMs.Today, let's talk about some veterans that entered Unrestricted Free Agency in early July and address their fantasy futures and situations. For whatever reason-; be it talent, lack of opportunity, chances to rack up minutes, good and...