NBA Draft: Dave D's winners and losers

During last night's draft, a lot of people were getting a kick out of the Timberwolves drafting every point guard they could during the first round. It was so funny, in fact, that I coined* the name TimberLOLves to describe the foibles of new GM David Kahn. But then I got my hands on what I am told was their only drafting resource. Then things made sense. Have a look: *Another coined...

According to ESPN, Minnesota Timberwolves draft pick PG Ricky Rubio, taken fifth overall, is considering offers from teams in Spain and Turkey over the NBA. Rubio, 18, has played as a professional, for Spain's DKV Joventut, since he was just 14 years old.Whether Rubio signs with the Timberwolves or not, that he would even consider a European team over the NBA is indicative of the...

It was rumored that Ricky Rubio was not very happy to be chosen by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Rubio was not in attendance at today's media session in Minnesota where last night's draft picks were introduced, furthering that speculation.The Pioneer Press is reporting that Rubio's father told the Spanish newspaper Marca that "He might go now or he might remain (in Europe) one more...

Has anyone bothered to find out what Al Jefferson thinks of all this? Friday’s aftermath of the NBA Draft still focused primarily on the Timberwolves, specifically on them picking Ricky Rubio and Jonny Flynn back-to-back. It’s to the point where Minnesota GM David Kahn wrote an open letter to the Wolves fans explaining his actions, [...]

The AP reports: 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. InsideHoops.com editor says: Rubio has a buyout [...]

As soon as the Minnesota Timberwolves drafted point guard Johnny Flynn last night, all hell broke loose. Rubio nor his camp was thrilled at the selection, and made sure to let everybody know. Rubio himself said he’s not sure if he’ll be playing in the NBA this year and his father has stated that he [...]

The 2009 NBA Draft was anything but predictable. However; instead of the Memphiz Grizzlies being the talk of the night it was the Minnesota Timberwolves who had people scratching their heads when they chose Ricky Rubio, the Spanish sensation, and Johnny Flynn, the explosive point guard out of Syracuse. When they chose Ty Lawson I couldn't help but think Matt Millen had commandeered...

When the Timberwolves drafted 4 PG’s in the 2009 NBA Draft they had basketball fans worldwide scratching their heads.  One day later the moves are starting to make a little more sense. In today’s economy it is no secret the most valuable players in NBA are one’s with expiring or low contracts.  Twelve teams have received loans from the NBA front...

Ricky Rubio was not present when the Minnesota Timberwolves introduced their 2009 draft class on Friday.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -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.

Ricky Rubio was not present when the Minnesota Timberwolves introduced their 2009 draft class on Friday.

Ricky Rubio was not present when the Minnesota Timberwolves introduced their 2009 draft class on Friday.

Why pick all point guards??they selected Rubio,Flynn,Law and Ellington...wtf.If i were the Wolves,I would have chosen Stephen Curry at #5,Jordan Hill at #6,Ty Lawson was cool since they traded him to Denver and Sam Young at #28.Teams are gonna regret passing up on Sam Young,that was steal for Memphis.The Wolves gave up Mike Miller and Randy Foye just to get a couple of guards.I hope...

The New York Knicks are curious whether Ricky Rubio will wind up in Minnesota or Spain next season, curious enough that team president Donnie Walsh was planning to contact Minnesota by the end of the day Friday to begin seeking answers.