“The Knicks have closed off negotiations with all free agent point guards until next week,” says the source. “I think they’re making a push for Rubio and if that fails, then they’ll reopen talks with their other options.
The Knicks have been in talks with multiple free agent point guards, most notably Ramon Sessions.
“Kahn and [Knicks’ President] Donnie Walsh are close and New York is looking for a cheap point guard who could help attract free agents next summer. Rubio fits that mold. I think that’s what this latest trip to Spain is about, working something out with New York.”
The Lakers staged a half-hearted tribute for Kurt Ramibs on Saturday in front of a few dozen fans who happened by the main court of the 3-on-3 tournament.
I mean, come on. Here’s a guy who not only played for the Lakers, winning four championships, but served as an assistant and interim coach for the past seven seasons and he gets a lukewarm send-off by A.C. Green and Cedric Ceballos?
Rambis, always with a smile, appeared thankful for the honor, even though the Mayor and city council woman couldn’t make it. I watched him happily sign autographs and pose for pictures for those fans who stopped by and he seemed genuinely touched.