By Antigoni Zachari / info@eurohoops.net
It’s the end of an era for the 4-time NBA champion and gold medalist with the Argentinean national team, Manu Ginobili, as he announced his retirement with a heartfelt message posted on his social media, that read:
“Today, with a wide range of feelings, I’m announcing my retirement from basketball. IMMENSE GRATITUDE to everyone (family, friends, teammates, coaches, staff, fans) involved in my life in the last 23 years. It’s been a fabulous journey. Way beyond my wildest dreams.”
Ginobili spent his last 16 seasons with the San Antonio Spurs, becoming an emblematic figure for the franchise. The two-time NBA-All Star had one year left on his contract with the team, worth $2.5 million.