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Ricky Rubio likely to stay in Spain for at least one year
tonyblogs.net - 6/26/2009
Ricky Rubio likely to stay in Spain for at least one year
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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 ...
Ricky Rubio, Playing Minnesota Poker
myespn.go.com - 6/26/2009
Ricky Rubio, Playing Minnesota Poker
— myespn.go.com — We have been teased. As NBA fans, we were told we would get to see Ricky Rubio, one of the most exciting players on the planet, evolve into greatness before our eyes. Now plenty of people are suggesting -- insiders around Rubio, the GM of the team ... (more) Ricky Rubio, Playing Minnesota Poker

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Wolves Updates 6/26 Part 3
twolvesblog.com - 6/26/2009
Wolves Updates 6/26 Part 3
— twolvesblog.com — From Marca.com (link and translation via HoopsHype ): The best-case scenario, and Marca.com can confirm negotiations are under way, is making a trade with New York. David Lee and Nate Robinson look like the players most likely to be involved in the deal... According to sources close to the ... (more) Wolves Updates 6/26 Part 3

Comments vote down DeROK DeROK posted 6/26/2009posted this
Rubio, Jennings Linked by Tough Fate
sportingnews.com - 6/26/2009
Rubio, Jennings Linked by Tough Fate
— sportingnews.com — And so the first stage of the epic Ricky Rubio-Brandon Jennings rivalry comes to a close ... with both of our protagonists dangling off a cliff. It was not the best draft for either Rubio or Jennings. That Ricky was (prematurely) a can't-miss ... (more) Rubio, Jennings Linked by Tough Fate

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