Rubio returns to European basketball: Continue the legend from where the dream begins

On July 23, a big news came from European basketball in the quiet atmosphere of the NBA offseason. European basketball club Juventus officially announced that it had officially signed 34-year-old Ricky Rubio, the former Spanish golden boy, to return to where his dream of basketball began and continue to write his own basketball story. Previously, Rubio had made it clear that he had retired from the NBA.

Rubio's basketball career is full of legends. In 2009, he was selected by the Timberwolves with a fifth pick in the first round in the NBA Draft and set foot on the NBA stage in 2011, embarking on a multi-year North American basketball journey. During his career, he has played for many teams such as the Timberwolves, Jazz, Suns, Cavaliers, Pacers, etc., leaving his own footprints on different arenas. However, as early as 2023, Rubio made the decision to leave the NBA and expressed his desire to bid farewell to the NBA and return to Europe to play.

For a period of time, there have been constant news about Rubio's coming back. In fact, there were similar agreements reported last summer, but they were all denied by Rubio himself. And after a recent emotionally sincere and honest interview, the player from Elmasnu finally made up his mind to get ready to step onto the field again. Many Spanish media have predicted that Rubio will return to the starting point of his basketball career - Juventus Badalona. Finally, earlier today, Juventus officially confirmed the news and officially signed Rubio.

Review In the 2023-24 season, Rubio played 13 games for Club Barcelona, averaging 4.7 points, 3.2 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game, shooting 32.5% from the field and 18.2% from three-pointers. Although these data may not be impressive, basketball has long surpassed the scope of data for Rubio. His outstanding passing vision, agile court control and unique basketball wisdom have left a deep impression on the fans. Whether it is a subtle assist in the NBA field or leading the Spanish team to achieve success in international events, Rubio has always attracted the attention of countless fans with its unique charm.

Now, Rubio has returned to the place where the dream began, and returned to the embrace of European basketball. The memories of this former Spanish golden boy are filled with his wonderful moments. Perhaps it was his pass as accurately as a scalpel on the field, tearing open the opponent's defense line; perhaps it was his unafraid look and firm belief when facing a strong enemy. Every picture carries the fans' love and respect for him.

In the new journey, Rubio will once again fight with Juventus. Can he regain his former glory and lead the team to victory? What new surprises will he bring to us in the European basketball arena? All of this is full of unknowns and expectations. Fans might as well share their basketball memories of Rubio in the comment section and witness his re-written new chapter of his legend in the European basketball world.