Minnesota Timberwolves President of Basketball Operations David Kahn certainly isn't shy when it comes to moving players when he sees an opportunity. The Wolves executive has completely revamped the team's lineup, leaving virtually no pieces in place from when he arrived in Minnesota in May of 2009.
This past offseason the team signed point guard Luke Ridnour from the Milwaukee Bucks to accompany guard Sebastian Telfair in filling the void created by injured guard Jonny Flynn, as well as the enigmatic Ricky Rubio whose status with the Wolves continues to be up in the air.
In 28 games this season, Ridnour has averaged 11.1 points and 5.4 assists per game. Averaging under two turnovers per game, Ridnour filled in admirably while Flynn made his way back from offseason injury and has provided additional value.
Reports surfaced early in December that the Knicks and Timberwolves were talking about a trade that would bring Telfair to New York to back up Raymond Felton. A move like this would further solidify Ridnour's place with the Wolves, especially since many have speculated that Flynn will be the odd man out when Rubio finally makes his Wolves debut ...
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NBA Trade Rumors: Is Luke Ridnour Headed To The Big Apple?
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