The Timberwolves exited Saturday’s workout and meeting with O.J. Mayo gushing.
No surprise there. Minnesota covets Michael Beasley and knows the Heat has interest in Mayo.
So if the Heat is going to get crafty (and it shouldn’t), it means any draft-night trade for Mayo just might have to go through the ‘Wolves, at No. 3.
The problem is, there is little to gush about when it comes to Minnesota’s roster, considering Al Jefferson is untouchable and Randy Foye also is likely off-limits.
Minnesota is leaning toward taking UCLA’s Kevin Love at No. 3…
Look for the Timberwolves to select UCLA forward Kevin Love with the third pick.
"My plan always was to assembly skilled prospects and then trade some
for certified All-Stars," Ainge said. "Had we landed the first or the
second slot, knowing who we could get, it would’ve been difficult to
deal.
for certified All-Stars," Ainge said. "Had we landed the first or the
second slot, knowing who we could get, it would’ve been difficult to
deal.
"At the same time, discussions with Kevin McHale beforehand
led me to believe I could’ve gotten K.G. for either pick without giving
up Al Jefferson."
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