Expensive move: Usman Garuba leaves Real Madrid for an NBA dream / News - Basketnews.com

Credit: ZUMA Press Scanpix Credit ZUMA Press Scanpix

The Spanish national team player agreed to a deal, which will have him leave the Royal club and transfer to the NBA, according to Marca. 19-year-old forward, who was drafted 23rd overall in last month's NBA Draft will continue his career with the Houston Rockets.

Usman Garuba

Team:Real MadridPosition:C, PFAge:19Height:203 cmWeight:104 kgBirth place:Madrid, SpainProfileNewsStatistics

Although, Usman Garuba's transition to the NBA will cost him around €2.3 million of his own money. According to BasketNews sources, this year's buyout was set at €3M, but every other season spent in Europe would have increased his buyout by an additional €1M. Thus, making his early move a more prudent financial decision.

His rookie contract with the Rockets guarantees him $1,961,100 in his first year and $2,059,360 in his second year, a total of just over $4M.

"Everyone who acknowledges me knows that it was a dream for me from an early age, I want to get there and give everything as always," said Garuba.

Last season in the EuroLeague Garuba averaged 3.9 points and 4 rebounds in 39 games.

He was also a member of the Spanish national team, which participated in the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. In Japan, where Spain finished 6th, Garuba appeared in all 4 games and contributed 1 point and 2.8 rebounds in 11.6 minutes of playing time.

Thank you for being with us! Subscribe to BN+ and browse ad-free.