San Antonio Spurs veteran Manu Ginobili may call it quits after the season. The 37-year-old guard, who becomes a free agent in July, is in constant pain as age seemingly catches up to his body.
Ginobili has flirted with the idea of retirement before, but it looks like this season may be his last. The veteran spoke with Canchallena, a sports-related news outlet in Argentina, and seemed to indicate his body was breaking down.
"I do not feel well," he told Canchallena, according to a translation from San Antonio Express-News. "Every day, every game, I have to do a lot of things to get to the stadium. Everything hurts."
Ginobili is in the final year of his contract, and based on what he told Canchallena, it doesn't look like his body is fit for another grueling NBA season. While he's an important part of the Spurs, he hasn't averaged more than 23 minutes on the court since 2011 - almost four seasons ago. His numbers have continued to decline with each passing season, as well, and he's averaging just 10.7 points on 42.6 percent shooting.
It's possible Ginobili's decision could be swayed by whether his long-time teammate, Tim Duncan, chooses to play another season.
Ginobili also expressed his love for the city of San Antonio, which has become a second home to him.
"It is the place that gave me the chance to develop my game while making me and my family feel very, very comfortable. It's where my children were born. No doubt these 13 years have been unforgettable. And I'll be bound to the city for life. I feel the affection and respect of the people for all that has been accomplished. But family, history and friends, gives (Bahía Blanca) a strong pull. Let's see what happens later."
