Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline. Because there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a good morning dump.
Wolves fans’ nightmare has come true, earlier than scheduled. We knew Love’d split ASA eligible ’14-15. But now he’s forcing premature exit
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 20, 2014
Prior 2 AS break, KL alerted Flip he’ll exercise summer ’15 out & sign elsewhere. Expect him 2B moved B4 deadline or off season
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 20, 2014
KL will only commit 2 team w winning culture. Meaning Celtics r in his sights, as are Bulls. Both have lots to exchange….
— Peter Vecsey (@PeterVecsey1) February 20, 2014
Peter Vecsey is no longer the credible insider he was back in the 90s, but any report linking Kevin Love and the Celtics deserves our attention.
A few things to consider as you start to imagine Love wearing green:
Wolves President Flip Saunders refuted this report last night on Twitter. A source told CBS Sports Ken Berger that there’s no way Saunders trades Love before the deadline. I agree. If Saunders is forced to make a move this year, it makes sense to wait until draft night.
Many assume Love wants to return to his home state and play for the Lakers. That’s a viable option if Love is a free agent. But if Saunders makes the bidding public, the Lakers are screwed. Aside from whatever draft pick they get this year, they have no real assets.
As for the Rajon Rondo trade rumors, CSNNE’s Sherrod Blakely says it’s very slim and the Globe’s Baxter Holmes says the Celtics are not close to completing any deals.
The deadline is today at 2 3pm.
The rest of the links:
Herald – Rondo rumors run hot and cold | Rondo picks up pace on shots | Celtics battle but fall short to Suns | Globe – Celtics wilt under pressure | McDonough thriving in Phoenix | ESPN Boston – Location, location, location | C’s aren’t sweating deadline | CSNNE – Bass finale? | C’s fall to Suns
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