Post-NBA Draft Rumors: Ricky Rubio to Stay in Spain?

The World Famous LayupDrill Rumor Mill
June 26, 2009

The morning after the 2009 NBA Draft has provided more questions than answers for some teams. At the top of the list of questions are the Timberwolves, who now have two lottery pick point guards on their roster and no moves on the horizon.

There were rumors before the draft ended last night that the Wolves and Knicks were in talks to trade the rights to Ricky Rubio. However, NY Newsday reports this morning that nothing is in the works. Some reports overseas stated Rubio may now stay in Spain, in which case drafting Jonny Flynn makes plenty of sense.

In other news, the rumored Amar'e Stoudemire to Golden State deal isn’t done yet. Stephen Curry, who was selected by the Warriors at No. 7, plays the same position as Monta Ellis and likely would be included in any type of multi-player deal for the All-Star forward.

The Amar'e to Rockets deal that floated around the net yesterday seems to have fizzled out, but I would expect Stoudemire to be moved either on or before the start of the free agent signing period.

The Charlotte Bobcats are for sale, and Michael Jordan may be interested in buying the franchise, according to a report by ESPN. Current owner Bob Johnson purchased the team for $300 million in 2003, and a group headed by Jordan has reportedly not made an offer as of yet.