Manu Ginobili decided to end his sports career. He played for 16 seasons representing the colours of San Antonio Spurs. During this time the Argnetinian won four titles with the club.
Manu Ginobili started his career in NBA in 2002 and he became one of the fundamental player who contributed to San Antoni Spurs' success. Along with with Tony Parker and Tim Duncan they created a unique trio so called "Big Three". Together they won 575 matches which is more than other legendary players.
"A champion and participant in the Star Game, one of the pioneers and examples of globalization of the NBA, Manu Ginobili is one of the great ambassadors of our games and discipline." We were lucky to watch his game for 16 years, thank you Manu for this moment, for performances that inspire millions of people all over the world, "said Adam Silver, commissioner of the NBA league.
He won four championship title, an Olympic gold medal with Argentina and the title of MVP Euroleague. Ginobili played in 1057 NBA games of the regular season and 218 games in playoffs. Last time he played with Antonio Spurs against Golden State Wariors in the knockout phase, on April 24th this year, unfortunately Spurs were defeated.
The last time when Spurs and Manu Ginobili could enjoy because of the title of master was in 2014. It was the time when he also played with Duncan, Parker and the youngest Leonard. Nowadays, none of them left in San Antonio - Duncan finished his career two years ago, Parker left for Charlotte Hornets, and Leonard was transferred to the Toronto Raptors. Gregg Popovich, coach, will have to coach a team without his most trusted players.
"I leave myself a dodgy gate, maybe I will come back, but for the moment I am very happy with the decision I made," said one of the biggest stars of Argentine sport for the daily La Nacion.
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