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Archived News (06-2009)
Ricky Rubio has filed a lawsuit against his DKV Joventut team
Ricky Rubio has filed a lawsuit against his DKV Joventut team in Spain in efforts to alleviate his $6.6 million buyout. DKU Joventut president Jordi Villacampa said they will not negotiate about Rubio's future unless he drops the lawsuit. [...]
Timberwolves general manager David Kahn said Monday that there
News: Timberwolves general manager David Kahn said Monday that there are no plans to trade Ricky Rubio or Jonny Flynn. "The organization needs to be very patient," Kahn said. "While we ask for patience, we will also tell people that we think down the road these kids will, I hope, prove to be special." [...]
Wolves waiting on sought-after Rubio
Four days after Ricky Rubio was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves, it appears that the teenage Spanish sensation has become the most wanted man in the NBA. Executives across the league are flooding Timberwolves president David Kahn's office with calls offering trades to bring Rubio's slick passing skills and moptop hairstyle to their cities.
Wolves waiting on sought-after Rubio
While NBA executives across the league try to pry Spanish sensation Ricky Rubio away from the Timberwolves, team president David Kahn is in no hurry to deal. One of the biggest reasons many believe Rubio is available is also the biggest reason why Kahn can wait. The Timberwolves chose another point guard in Jonny Flynn one pick after Rubio fell into their lap on draft night.
Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor would like to have Ricky Rubio
Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor would like to have Ricky Rubio playing in Minnesota next season, but he's willing to wait a year if needed. "After all, he is 18 years of age," Taylor said. [...]
Lakers, Heat set pace for free-agent hot spots
You don't have to be a weatherman to know which way Ricky Rubio is blowing, but it helps. The sensational teenaged point guard from Spain officially hasn't explained what appears to be his reluctance to join the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA team that grabbed him with the No. 5 pick in the June 25 draft. Others -- his father Esteve Rubio and Wolves exec David Kahn -- have done most of the talking for him, and at this point it still isn't clear whether Rubio cannot get to Minnesota for the 2009-10 season (a tricky and expensive buyout to negotiate with his Euroleague team, DKV Joventut Badalona) or simply will not (doesn't want to come).
Lakers, Heat set pace for free-agent hot spots
You don't have to be a weatherman to know which way Ricky Rubio is blowing, but it helps. The sensational teenaged point guard from Spain officially hasn't explained what appears to be his reluctance to join the Minnesota Timberwolves, the NBA team that grabbed him with the No. 5 pick in the June 25 draft. Others -- his father Esteve Rubio, Wolves exec David Kahn -- have done most of the talking for him, and at this point it still isn't clear whether Rubio cannot get to Minnesota for the 2009-10 season (a tricky and expensive buyout to negotiate with his Euroleague team, DKV Joventut Badalona) or simply will not (doesn't want to come).
According to the NY Daily News, the Timberwolves turned down
According to the NY Daily News, the Timberwolves turned down a trade offer from the Rockets that would have sent Aaron Brooks and Shane Battier to Minnesota in exchange for Ricky Rubio. [...]
A representative for Ricky Rubio's agency in Spain says that
A representative for Ricky Rubio's agency in Spain says that Rubio is receiving offers to play for Real Madrid and a team in Turkey, which would decrease the likelihood of him playing in the NBA next season. [...]
Rubio's debut delayed?
According to the New York Post, Ricky Rubio has an offer from a team in Turkey and may not play in the NBA next season.
Our View: Offers from Real Madrid have come in as well, but the offer from Turkey includes $3 million ($2 million going towards the buyout with his current team). The T-Wolves swear they won't trade Rubio, but unless they do he'll likely spend next season (at least) overseas.
A representative for Ricky Rubio's agency in Spain says that
A representative for Ricky Rubio's agency in Spain says that Rubio is receiving offers to play for Real Madrid and a team in Turkey, which would decrease the likelihood of him playing in the NBA next season. [...]
Hours after flashy first-round pick Ricky Rubio skipped an introductory
News: Hours after flashy first-round pick Ricky Rubio skipped an introductory news conference with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the franchise's new front man issued an open letter to fans and critics who are worried the team goofed by drafting two point guards. Timberwolves president David Kahn told jittery supporters he believes Rubio, the fifth overall pick, and Jonny Flynn, the sixth pick, will play off of each other extremely well and "together, we will have one of the most dynamic defensive backcourts in the NBA over time." [...]
Rubio not at Wolves press conference
Hours after flashy first-round pick Ricky Rubio skipped an introductory news conference with the Minnesota Timberwolves, the franchise's new front man issued an open letter to fans and critics who are worried the team goofed by drafting two point guards. Timberwolves president David Kahn told jittery supporters he believes Rubio, the fifth overall pick, and Jonny Flynn, the sixth pick, will...
Truehoop.com is suggesting that Ricky Rubio's reluctance to
Truehoop.com is suggesting that Ricky Rubio's reluctance to play in Minnesota has less to do with weather and more to do with the fact he wasn't a Top 3 pick, and also because the T-Wolves took point guard Jonny Flynn with the sixth pick. [...]
Rubio not at Wolves press conference
Ricky Rubio was not present when the Minnesota Timberwolves introduced their 2009 draft class on Friday. Sixth overall pick Jonny Flynn and 28th pick Wayne Ellington attended with new president David Kahn. But the Timberwolves say Rubio decided to stay behind because of his contract situation. The Wolves took Rubio with the fifth overall pick, but it's not clear when he'll be able to play in...
Wolves GM David Kahn said Friday he plans to start interviewing
Wolves GM David Kahn said Friday he plans to start interviewing head coaching candidates next week, hoping to hire someone by the end of July. "We need a coach," Kahn said. [...]
Knicks may ask Timberwolves about Rubio
When he was finished making picks and completing trades, Knicks president Donnie Walsh had the same thought as many draft observers. Why did Minnesota keep taking point guards? Walsh said Friday he plans to call Timberwolves president David Kahn to get the answer -- a discussion that could lead to an inquiry about Ricky Rubio's availability.
Kahn: Rubio here to stay
Timberwolves GM David Kahn insisted in a letter to T-Wolves fans on Friday that the team has no plans to trade Ricky Rubio, even if he goes back to Europe for a year or two, and that he and Jonny Flynn can share the backcourt together.
Our View: Put simply, this is pure lunacy on the T-Wolves part. Besides the fact that they drafted point guards back-to-back on Thursday night, is the fact they passed up on the draft's best pure shooter and scorer (a team need), Stephen Curry to do so. Did Kahn not think Rubio, a natural passer, and Curry, a natural scorer, could share the floor together, but that Rubio and Flynn could? None of it adds up. So despite Kahn's cute letter, this likely is far from the last we will hear on the subject.
Kahn: Rubio here to stay
Timberwolves GM David Kahn insisted in a letter to T-Wolves fans on Friday that the team has no plans to trade Ricky Rubio, even if he goes back to Europe for a year or two, and that he and Jonny Flynn can share the backcourt together.
Our View: Put simply, this is pure lunacy on the T-Wolves part. Besides the fact that they drafted point guards back-to-back on Thursday night, is the fact they passed up on the draft's best pure shooter and scorer (a team need), Stephen Curry to do so. Did Kahn not think Rubio, a natural passer, and Curry, a natural scorer, could share the floor together, but that Rubio and Flynn could? None of it adds up. So despite Kahn's cute letter, this likely is far from the last we will hear on the subject.
Wolves GM David Kahn wrote a letter to fans saying he'll wait
Wolves GM David Kahn wrote a letter to fans saying he'll wait as long as it takes for Ricky Rubio to come and play in Minnesota, and that he plans on using Rubio and Jonny Flynn extensively on the court together. [...]
The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote a letter
The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote a letter to fans saying he will wait as long as it takes for Ricky Rubio to show up and play in Minnesota, and that he plans on using Rubio and Jonny Flynn extensively on the court together. [...]
The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote an open
The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote an open letter to Timberwolves fans stating his intention to wait as long as it takes for Ricky Rubio to show up and play in Minnesota, and that he plans on using Rubio and Jonny Flynn extensively on the court together. [...]
The Timberwolves selected Ricky Rubio with the fifth pick in
News: The Timberwolves selected Ricky Rubio with the fifth pick in the NBA draft Thursday night. However, Spanish newspaper Marca is reporting that Rubio's father says his son may choose to remain in Spain for the next few years. [...]
Knicks still interested in Rubio
The New York Knicks still plan on making a play for Ricky Rubio, according to the New York Post.
Our View: It's no secret that Rubio is displeased with Minnesota's selection of him, nor has it been hidden that the Knicks are highly interested in him. New York GM Donnie Walsh says he is going to contact the T-Wolves in the next few days and discuss his availability. The Knicks have many potential pieces they could offer Minnesota, including Jordan Hill, Nate Robinson and David Lee.
Donnie Walsh will call David Kahn to ask about acquiring Ricky
Donnie Walsh will call David Kahn to ask about acquiring Ricky Rubio, who is not thrilled to be heading to Minnesota. "I haven't spoken to Minnesota; I will," Walsh said. [...]
Knicks president Donnie Walsh said Friday that he will be calling
Knicks president Donnie Walsh said Friday that he will be calling his friend David Kahn to inquire about the availability of Ricky Rubio after reports surfaced that Rubio may return to Europe, unhappy that he was selected by Minnesota. [...]
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by the Timberwolves, moving to a cold-climate city, or by the fact they drafted another point guard just after taking the Spanish sensation. [...]
Rubio not thrilled about Minnesota
Ricky Rubio does not want to play in Minnesota, according to ESPN.
Our View: After being selected by the Timberwolves with the fifth pick in yesterday's draft, he spoke of his dislike of cold weather and insinuated he may stay in Europe another season or two. It is likely just a ploy to try to force the T-Wolves to trade him, but they are currently adamant that they won't. Rubio's strategy didn't work for Yi Jianlian, so we will just have to see.
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by the Timberwolves, moving to a cold-climate city, or by the fact they drafted another point guard just after taking the Spanish sensation. [...]
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by
Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by the Timberwolves, moving to a cold-climate city, or by the fact they drafted another point guard just after taking the Spanish sensation. [...]
Wolves hope to build around Rubio, Flynn
The Minnesota Timberwolves started laying the groundwork for the future with a four-pick bonanza in the first round of the NBA draft. Now the question is, how long will it take to come together? The Wolves delighted their disillusioned fan base Thursday night by grabbing Ricky Rubio, the Spanish teenager with the Pete Maravich-like passing skills, with the fifth overall pick.
Llull goes to Denver
The Nuggets selected point guard Sergio Llull with the 34th overall pick in the 2009 NBA Draft.
Our View: Llull will likely stay overseas for another season as his game needs some polish. He showed well against Ricky Rubio when the two went head to head in the Spanish League. With the Nuggets acquiring Ty Lawson earlier in the night, it's unlikely the Nuggets call on Llull.
Slam Online's Lang Whitaker tweeted from the NBA Draft a rumor
Slam Online's Lang Whitaker tweeted from the NBA Draft a rumor that would see the Timberwolves send Ricky Rubio to the Knicks for Nate Robinson and rookie Jordan Hill. [...]
Rubio lands in Minnesota
Ricky Rubio slipped down to Minnesota with the fifth pick in the 2009 NBA Draft.
Our View: Rubio has been playing pro ball in Spain since he was 14. He has a dubious buyout situation and will immediately be looking for sponsorships in order to buy his release from his former team. He is the best playmaker in the draft and hit 43 percent from three-point range last season in Spain. He also showed well in last summer's Olympics. Expect the 6-5 point guard to start right away for Minnesota.
Flynn picked by Timberwolves
Point guard Jonny Flynn was the sixth overall selection by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2009 NBA Draft.
Our View: Flynn is an interesting pick considering the team selected point guard Ricky Rubio just ahead of him. He is a phenomenal athlete and knows how to score and lead. It seems unlikely that the team is able to start both he and Rubio next season, but it is a possibility.
The Timberwolves drafted Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio with
The Timberwolves drafted Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio with the fifth pick in the NBA Draft. Rubio becomes the first NBA player born in the 1990s and could end up starting for the Wolves on opening night, replacing Sebastian Telfair. [...]
Kings select Evans
The Kings selected Tyreke Evans with the fifth overall selection in Thursday's NBA Draft.
Our View: The Kings are hoping Evans can play point guard as a pro, but expect him to look for his own points just as often as he sets up his teammates. He is very strong and knows how to get to the basket, but if he does not work out as a playmaker, he will struggle to find playing time behind Kevin Martin. While Evans should be good, the Kings may regret passing on a playmaker like Ricky Rubio.
ESPN is reporting that Ricky Rubio's buyout from his Spanish
ESPN is reporting that Ricky Rubio's buyout from his Spanish team is expected to be somewhere around $3 million. That should completely clear the way for him to play in the NBA next season and the consensus is that the Thunder will take him with the No. [...]
According to Yahoo! Sports league sources, "The Sacramento
According to Yahoo! Sports league sources, "The Sacramento Kings have all but ruled out drafting Ricky Rubio with the fourth pick." The Kings aren't too confident in Rubio's star qualities and reportedly don't want the headache of extracting him from his contract with his Spanish team, DKV Joventut. [...]
Even Thabeet, Rubio come with doubts
Ricky Rubio never worked out for the Grizzlies. Hasheem Thabeet canceled his last workout for the beleaguered team. Doesn't anybody want to play in Memphis? "That's like my second home the city is a great place to play. I had a lot of fun down there," said guard Tyreke Evans, who played one season for the University of Memphis.
Even Thabeet, Rubio come with doubts
Hasheem Thabeet realizes his offensive game needs work and understands it will be hard for him to dominate defensively the way he did in college. There's just as many questions about Ricky Rubio, starting with one even he can't answer: Will he play in the NBA next season? And one of these guys could be the No.
The Thunder have hired a Barcelona law firm to help work out
The Thunder have hired a Barcelona law firm to help work out a deal with Ricky Rubio if the team decides to use the No. 3 pick on the point guard. It would not be surprising if several other teams have done the same thing, although OKC is the only one we've actually heard of doing so. [...]
Rumors are swirling that the Timberwolves want to package two
Rumors are swirling that the Timberwolves want to package two of their draft picks (they hold #'s 5, 6, 18 and 28) to acquire the #2 pick. The Wolves reportedly aren't interested in giving up both the #5 and #6 pick, since their main interest is in having two lottery selections. [...]
Ricky Rubio worked out for the Kings on Monday, his first workout
Ricky Rubio worked out for the Kings on Monday, his first workout in the U.S. leading up to Thursday's draft Rubio's lack of athleticism left some observers 'underwhelmed', but he shot the ball well in Sacramento and it isn't easy to judge a pass-first point guard when he's the only guy on the court. [...]
Knicks figure to have PG option at No. 8
Mike D'Antoni's system is in place. The New York Knicks still need help running it. Donnie Walsh thinks his team can find it in this draft. There will be plenty of point guards available Thursday night, and the Knicks could take one of them when their turn comes up at No. 8. Ricky Rubio will likely be gone by then, but Stephen Curry, Jrue Holiday, Jonny Flynn, Ty Lawson and Brandon Jennings...
Thabeet makes sense for Grizzlies
There is some certainty to the Ricky Rubio-Grizzlies blinking contest. Not a final solution, not a mediated peace treaty that clears the way for Memphis to pick him at No. 2 on Thursday if so desired, but at least some understanding in NBA circles, among those familiar with the approach of agent Dan Fegan and the thinking in some front offices, of what really is happening and what it means.
Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio will reportedly work out for
Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio will reportedly work out for the Kings on Monday. Rubio was in Sacramento last week, but became ill and never worked out. [...]
Ricky Rubio's stock is said to be falling, and the Knicks feel
Ricky Rubio's stock is said to be falling, and the Knicks feel like they may have a chance to get him with the No. 8 pick. Sacramento (4th pick) still looks like his most likely destination, although Memphis (No. [...]
Ricky Rubio and his current team, DKV Joventut, are in the process
Ricky Rubio and his current team, DKV Joventut, are in the process of negotiating down the buyout portion of Rubio's contract. The price tag at this point is $6. [...]
Ricky Rubio was visited by the Thunder in Los Angeles on Saturday.
Ricky Rubio was visited by the Thunder in Los Angeles on Saturday. Rubio would likely not have met with other teams had the Kings made a promise to take him at No. [...]
Ricky Rubio was visited by the Thunder in Los Angeles on Saturday.
Ricky Rubio was visited by the Thunder in Los Angeles on Saturday. Rubio would likely not have met with other teams had the Kings made a promise to take him at No. [...]
An illness kept Ricky Rubio from ever working out for the Kings
An illness kept Ricky Rubio from ever working out for the Kings during his 48-hour visit to Sacramento earlier this week. The flu bug he was hit with was real, as team doctors helped care for Rubio, who carried a very high fever. [...]
Ricky Rubio was suffering from an illness on Wednesday and did
Ricky Rubio was suffering from an illness on Wednesday and did not work out for the Kings. Even if healthy, a work out on Wednesday or Thursday was not a given. [...]
Ricky Rubio is in Sacramento meeting with the Kings, which could
Ricky Rubio is in Sacramento meeting with the Kings, which could determine where he is going to be taken in the NBA Draft. The Kings don't pick until No. [...]
Point guard Ricky Rubio is staying in the NBA Draft, and is
Point guard Ricky Rubio is staying in the NBA Draft, and is expected to be taken somewhere between No. 2 and No. 4 Austin Daye, Patty Mills and Jeff Teague are also staying in, while Notre Dame's Luke Harangody will return to school for his senior year. [...]
Brandon Jennings Is Confident
Brandon Jennings thinks he’s better than Ricky Rubio. “Yeah, I think I’m a better player than he is. I just shoot the ball better than he can. The only thing I’ve seen him do sometimes is when he has a home-run pass or something like that. I think the dude is just all hype. I
Jennings calls Spanish sensasion Rubio 'all hype'
SACRAMENTO -- Highly touted draft prospect Brandon Jennings called Spanish sensation and potential No. 2 pick Ricky Rubio overhyped and not even the top point guard in the draft.
Rubio may not be best option for Grizzlies
A rival general manager is on the phone discussing the Grizzlies' options with the No. 2 pick. Ricky Rubio is the second-best prospect in the draft, he says, echoing the feeling of most peers, and Rubio would make Memphis better.
Ricky Rubio's Spanish league team, DKV Joventut, has transferred
Ricky Rubio's Spanish league team, DKV Joventut, has transferred the rights to his contract buyout to the Spanish version of the Internal Revenue Service, in order to satisfy a debt. [...]
Ricky Rubio's Spanish league team, DKV Joventut, has transferred
Ricky Rubio's Spanish league team, DKV Joventut, has transferred the rights to his contract buyout to Hacienda, the Spanish version of the Internal Revenue Service, in order to satisfy a debt. [...]
Ricky Rubio is expected to come to the U.S. this weekend and
Ricky Rubio is expected to come to the U.S. this weekend and workout with the Clippers, Thunder and Kings It's unclear whether Rubio will workout for the Grizzlies, who hold the #2 pick in the draft (the Knicks, Celtics and Rockets have reportedly inquired about trading for that pick). [...]
Ricky Rubio is expected to come to the U.S. this weekend and
Ricky Rubio is expected to come to the U.S. this weekend and workout with the Clippers, Thunder and Kings It's unclear whether Rubio will workout for the Grizzlies, who hold the #2 pick in the draft (the Knicks, Celtics and Rockets have reportedly inquired about trading for that pick). [...]
Spain's Ricky Rubio, projected as a top-five pick in the draft,
Spain's Ricky Rubio, projected as a top-five pick in the draft, notified his team, DKV Joventut, that he wants to terminate his contract. Rubio is asking out of his contract, as well as challenging a 4. [...]
Ricky Rubio is reportedly suing his team, DKV Joventut, in order
Ricky Rubio is reportedly suing his team, DKV Joventut, in order to reduce the amount of his approximately $6 million buyout clause. The lawsuit claims that there is an unreasonable disparity between Rubio's current salary and the buyout amount requested. [...]
Ricky Rubio is reportedly suing his team, DKV Joventut, in order
Ricky Rubio is reportedly suing his team, DKV Joventut, in order to reduce the amount of his approximately $6 million buyout clause. The lawsuit claims that there is an unreasonable disparity between Rubio's current salary and the buyout amount requested. [...]
Ricky Rubio (or His Agent) Flip-Flops: He Would Be Willing to Play in Memphis, OKC, or Sacramento
Ricky Rubio: “One of the more interesting tidbits of information coming out of the pre-draft workouts the last two days in Oakland is word that the agent for Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio is suddenly amenable to participating in interviews and individuals workouts with a select number of teams - the Memphis Grizzlies, Oklahoma City
Dan Fegan, Ricky Rubio's agent, is now said to be willing to
Dan Fegan, Ricky Rubio's agent, is now said to be willing to have Rubio meet with the teams picking 2-4 in the draft, as the stock of Jrue Holiday and Jonny Flynn continues to rise. [...]
Dan Fegan, Ricky Rubio's agent, is now said to be willing to
Dan Fegan, Ricky Rubio's agent, is now said to be willing to have Rubio meet with the teams picking 2-4 in the Draft, as the stock of Jrue Holiday and Jonny Flynn continues to rise. [...]
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