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Who was the toughest person to play in the NBA? Sergio Rodriguez: I’ve been very lucky in my career to have great teammates around me. It would be very hard to say one or another. And the same with opponents. I have played against some of the best of the history in the NBA: Kobe Bryant, LeBron James… Many, many of the guys that dominated the game for many years. Also here in Europe, we have Kyle Hines, who I play against and with… Vassilis Spanoulis, Juan Carlos Navarro, teammates like Felipe Reyes, Rudy Fernandez, Sergio Lull. So I’ve been very lucky.

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After saying goodbye to two senators such as Chacho Rodriguez and Rudy Fernandez, and losing Guershon Yabusele to the NBA, Real Madrid enters the market with heavy feet: the first choice is Cedi Osman. This is what has been learnt by Sportando, and not only, in these hours. Forward class 1995, product of the Anadolu Efes junior team, Cedi Osman comes from seven NBA seasons, six with the Cleveland Cavaliers and one with the San Antonio Spurs.

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Spain went down against Canada (83-85) and the legendary forward conveyed his feelings after the contest that saw his team finish 4th in the group and get eliminated from the Olympics knockout stage. "Sadness and peace," Rudy said, summing up his mental state. "Peace. It's time to be quiet with the family. And sadness because I have experienced so many things with this national team and with my clubs, and that there are no more tournaments or trips. I'm going to miss this team," the captain said via MARCA's Eugenio Munoz.

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Ben Golliver: Spain coach Sergio Scariolo on Rudy Fernandez after his final game: “I’ve been blessed to coach him… [I saw] him never giving up or surrendering to the physical gaps he had at the 3 position with any opponent he had to face during his career. So competitive and committed.”

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Jorge Sierra: Rudy Fernandez's playing career is over. One of the best FIBA resumes ever. pic.twitter.com/JEHudcNHeG

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The new Minnesota Timberwolves swingman is playing in his fifth Olympics for Australia, and in his first game, he faced Rudy Fernandez, who made history by participating in his sixth Olympics Games. “It’s tiring,” Ingles joked when asked if he would try to match the record. “It’s impressive to play at that level for six Olympics, still being able to contribute and play a good role on that team. I hate playing against him and am kind of waiting for him to retire.”

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BasketNews: Rudy Fernandez debuts in his 6⃣th Olympics 😱🔥 He became the first and only basketball player to have 6 Olympic appearances ⭐️ #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/eiVD39XjI4

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Donatas Urbonas: Two unsportsmanlike fouls and one technical, and we're not even midway through the 2nd quarter of the Australia vs. Spain game. This time, Rudy Fernandez and Josh Giddey got into a heated conversation. pic.twitter.com/x261tBbZ8l

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Spain defeated Puerto Rico 107 – 84, a few days before the two teams compete in the Olympic Games tournament that tips off Saturday (27/7). This was the last game for Spain captain Rudy Fernandez in domestic territory since he’s retiring after the Olympics. Fernandez scored nine points and hit a triple late in the game before Spain coach Sergio Scariolo substituted him so that the crowd, teammates and opponents could give him a well-deserved standing ovation.

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After winning the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, Spain announced its roster for the 2024 Paris Olympic basketball tournament. It includes one change. After missing the Olympic Qualifier due to an injury, Alex Abrines replaces Juan Nunez. Spain's roster includes one NBA player, Santi Aldama. Meanwhile, Rudy Fernandez is set to make his 6th appearance in the Olympic Games.

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Nunez, 20, was cut but remains with the senior national team of his country along with Joel Parra to assist for the remainder of the training camp. Final roster for Spain * Alex Abrines (FC Barcelona) * Santi Aldama (Memphis Grizzlies) * Dario Brizuela (FC Barcelona) * Lorenzo Brown (Panathinaikos Aktor) * Alberto Diaz (Unicaja) * Rudy Fernandez (Real Madrid) * Usman Garuba (Golden State Warriors) * Juancho Hernangomez (Panathinaikos Aktor) * Willy Hernangomez (FC Barcelona) * Sergio Llull (Real Madrid) * Xabi Lopez-Arostegui (Valencia) * Jaime Pradilla (Valencia) In a tuneup game on July 23, Spain will face Puerto Rico in Madrid’s WiZink Center.

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The Real Madrid legend will play in his sixth Olympic Games, a feat that no other basketball player has ever achieved. “It’s an incredible feeling to be able to experience another Olympic Games. Hard work pays off. We believed, we competed well, and we were very aggressive. I am grateful to the people of Valencia for their support and for pushing us to be part of another Olympic Games,” Rudy said to the Spanish media after the game.

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The upcoming Games in Paris will be very special for the 39-year-old forward, who is set to end his illustrious career this summer. “I have to enjoy this Olympics. It’s something I promised my father when he passed away, and I am very grateful for all the hard work I’ve put in and for continuing to enjoy this journey with la Familia.”

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BasketNews: Rudy Fernandez played his final game for Real Madrid 🥺 2x FIBA World Cup Champion 🏆 4x EuroBasket Champion 🥇 2x Olympic silver medalist 🥈 7x ACB Champion 🏆 6x Copa del Rey 🏆 1x EuroCup 🏆 1x FIBA Intercontinental 🏆 pic.twitter.com/Qf1zQQj2Kg

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