"Ricky Rubio Bids Farewell to NBA, Leaves Dignified Legacy Across Four Teams"
The Cleveland Cavaliers and guard Ricky Rubio have agreed to a buyout, ending his tenure with the team. Rubio, known for his leadership and mentoring of younger players, has been a significant figure in the NBA with career averages of 10.8 points, 7.4 assists, and 1.76 steals. Despite a season-ending ACL injury in the 2021-22 season, Rubio's impact on the Cavaliers was notable, contributing to their 22-win improvement that year. The Cavaliers now have a roster of 16 players, including Rubio's departure.