Ricky Rubio Re-Signs With Joventut Badalona

Overview

• Joventut Badalona confirmed on Thursday, July 30, 2026 that Rubio signed a one-year deal to remain with the club where he began his pro career.
• Rubio is expected to serve as the team’s on-court leader under coach Dani Miret and to help integrate new additions as the club pushes to improve on last season’s results.
• Last season Rubio averaged roughly 13 points, 5 assists, 3 to 4 rebounds and about 1.5 steals across 31 ACB appearances while helping Joventut finish 22-12 in the regular season and reach the ACB semifinals.
• The signing closes Rubio’s immediate future in Spain rather than retirement or another overseas move and keeps an experienced international playmaker in a league where veteran leadership often shapes title contenders.
• Rubio’s return completes a long arc that began with a top-tier debut at 14, a EuroLeague appearance at 16, a 12-year NBA career across four teams, and major medals with Spain, all of which bolster Joventut’s profile on and off the court.