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Ricky Rubio has filed a lawsuit against his DKV Joventut team

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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. [...]

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Timberwolves general manager David Kahn said Monday that there

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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." [...]

[+] June 29th 2009 6 Updates

6:00 PM EST (1)

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Wolves waiting on sought-after Rubio

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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.

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Wolves waiting on sought-after Rubio

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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.

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Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor would like to have Ricky Rubio

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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. [...]

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Lakers, Heat set pace for free-agent hot spots

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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).

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Lakers, Heat set pace for free-agent hot spots

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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).

10:00 AM EST (1)

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According to the NY Daily News, the Timberwolves turned down

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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. [...]

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[+] June 26th 2009 19 Updates

8:00 PM EST (1)

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Rubio not at Wolves press conference

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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...

7:00 PM EST (1)

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Truehoop.com is suggesting that Ricky Rubio's reluctance to

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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. [...]

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Rubio not at Wolves press conference

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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...

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Wolves GM David Kahn said Friday he plans to start interviewing

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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. [...]

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Knicks may ask Timberwolves about Rubio

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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.

5:00 PM EST (1)

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Kahn: Rubio here to stay

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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.

4:00 PM EST (4)

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Kahn: Rubio here to stay

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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.

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Wolves GM David Kahn wrote a letter to fans saying he'll wait

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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. [...]

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The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote a letter

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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. [...]

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The Wolves new and unconventional GM David Kahn wrote an open

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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. [...]

3:00 PM EST (2)

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The Timberwolves selected Ricky Rubio with the fifth pick in

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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. [...]

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Knicks still interested in Rubio

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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.

2:00 PM EST (2)

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Donnie Walsh will call David Kahn to ask about acquiring Ricky

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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. [...]

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Knicks president Donnie Walsh said Friday that he will be calling

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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. [...]

10:00 AM EST (2)

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Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by

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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. [...]

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Rubio not thrilled about Minnesota

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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.

09:00 AM EST (2)

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Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by

Source (rotoworld.com) (PG - ) | 0 comments.

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. [...]

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Ricky Rubio doesn't sound too excited about being drafted by

Source (rotoworld.com) (PG - ) | 0 comments.

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. [...]

12:00 AM EST (1)

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Wolves hope to build around Rubio, Flynn

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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.

[+] June 25th 2009 9 Updates

10:00 PM EST (1)

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Llull goes to Denver

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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.

8:00 PM EST (5)

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Slam Online's Lang Whitaker tweeted from the NBA Draft a rumor

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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. [...]

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Rubio lands in Minnesota

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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.

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Flynn picked by Timberwolves

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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.

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The Timberwolves drafted Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio with

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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. [...]

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Kings select Evans

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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.

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ESPN is reporting that Ricky Rubio's buyout from his Spanish

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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. [...]

09:00 AM EST (1)

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According to Yahoo! Sports league sources, "The Sacramento

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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. [...]

04:00 AM EST (1)

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Even Thabeet, Rubio come with doubts

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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.

[+] June 24th 2009 3 Updates