Chilling Confession: Former NBA Star Reveals Darkest Period, "I sat in a hotel room and thought – I don't want to continue with life!"

Pulse Sports Team 15:49 - 12 September 2026

Spanish basketball player Ricky Rubio has opened up about the darkest chapter of his life, admitting to having suicidal thoughts at one point.

The former NBA star once took a career break due to depression, dedicating himself entirely to his mental health. However, few could have imagined the true severity of his situation and the hell the renowned Spaniard endured.

Rubio has now finally opened up about his struggles, admitting that things escalated to the point where he contemplated suicide.

"One night, I was in a hotel room and I just said: I don't want to continue anymore. Not my career, but my life. There were moments when everything around me felt like a burden, when I thought my life had no meaning," Rubio revealed, adding: "When I look back at my career, I'm never satisfied, because it was never enough. Even when I received awards, I wasn't thrilled; I'd tell myself I was an imposter, that I didn't deserve it."

He also spoke about the pressure placed on young athletes, citing Lamine Yamal as an example:

"Responsibility is shifted onto a child who might not yet be ready for it. It seems as if the mere fact that they play football well means they must know how to handle everything else. Is he ready for that? Is he trained for that?" Rubio questioned.