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Ricky Rubio's buyout wasn't just about ending his tenure; it was a complex financial settlement. At the time of the agreement, Rubio had approximately remaining on the three-year, $18.4 million contract he signed in 2022. Current Season (2023-24): $6.1 million remaining.
The Final Chapter: Breaking Down Ricky Rubio's NBA Contract Buyout
$6.4 million, though only $4.25 million was initially guaranteed.
The buyout followed Rubio's decision in August 2023 to step away from professional activity to prioritize his . Having dealt with a second career-altering ACL tear in 2021, Rubio had already spent significant time in grueling rehab. By the time January 2024 arrived, it became clear that he did not anticipate returning to the NBA.
Ricky Rubio's buyout wasn't just about ending his tenure; it was a complex financial settlement. At the time of the agreement, Rubio had approximately remaining on the three-year, $18.4 million contract he signed in 2022. Current Season (2023-24): $6.1 million remaining.
The Final Chapter: Breaking Down Ricky Rubio's NBA Contract Buyout
$6.4 million, though only $4.25 million was initially guaranteed.
The buyout followed Rubio's decision in August 2023 to step away from professional activity to prioritize his . Having dealt with a second career-altering ACL tear in 2021, Rubio had already spent significant time in grueling rehab. By the time January 2024 arrived, it became clear that he did not anticipate returning to the NBA.