Los Angeles Clippers Receive: Ricky Rubio, Josh Okogie, Ed Davis
Minnesota Timberwolves Receive: Patrick Beverley, Ivica Zubac, Patrick Patterson, Daniel Oturu
Ricky Rubio is a classic point guard that can rack up assists and handle the ball in the half court. This is something that would benefit the Clippers right away. Los Angeles would also get Josh Okogie and Ed Davis from Minnesota.
The Timberwolves would land Patrick Beverley as a replacement for Rubio. He is a short-term player if that comes with no risk and can contribute on both ends of the floor. Ivica Zubac and Patrick Peterson are frontcourt pieces that would add depth to the Timberwolves lineup.
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The Clippers have been seeking an upgrade at the point guard position for quite some time now. The available options for them are not particularly intriguing but Ricky Rubio is certainly among the top of the list and his trade value being diminished only helps.
Let’s take a closer look and see how this deal would benefit both sides right away.
