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Toronto Raptors forward Danny Green gave his most sincere congratulatory message to former teammate, San Antonio Spurs legend Manu Ginobili, who hung them up after 16 years in the NBA.
Green played eight seasons alongside the Argentinian lefty and won a title with him in 2014, taking to Instagram on Monday night to acknowledge his teammate's career.
“Man(u) Oh man(u), where do I start… First I want to congratulate you on a hell of a career,” Green captioned his post for Ginobili. “From the time I watched you from home while I was in high school to becoming your teammate, you’ve always been one of my favorite players. It was always an aspiration to be half as good as you.”
“I've learned so much from you over these last 8 seasons that made me a better player and person… still trying to get that eurostep in my game, but my hips won’t let me lol!”
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Green was the utmost grateful and transparent, detailing his admiration for the Spurs icon, who mentored him after an injury riddled debut season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, only able to play in eight games in his second year with the Spurs — a tough come up for any NBA hopeful.
“I always hated the fact that you came off the bench and that you subbed in for me because I had the most fun when I shared the court with you,” Danny Green continued. “Your approach & passion for every game, practice and everything that you did has inspired so many, including myself.”
“You are the ultimate warrior and a true champion! I’ve been extremely blessed to share a locker room with you and to be able to call you my friend and brother. It sucks to see you go, but a complete honor to have played with you for your last game. I wish you well in your next chapter and tell my favorite guys in the Spurs arena (your sons) i will miss them on the sidelines cheering for us, especially Luca lol. Much Love Gramps and hope to see you on the sidelines again sometime soon!”
Manu Ginobili left the door open for the possibility of helping the Spurs in any capacity, whether it is as a mentor, assistant coach, or in an advisory role, like many former players get their feet wet after their playing has come to an end.
