This Clippers-Timberwolves trade sends an intriguing guard to L.A.

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Why This Trade Would Benefit The Minnesota Timberwolves

Minnesota is in a clear rebuild period. They have been near the bottom of the Western Conference for many years now but have added some pieces for the future. Despite the presence of Towns, who is one of the best bigs in the league, Minnesota has been unable to become a playoff contender.

When rebuilding, it is important to send away veteran players and see what you can get back. This is what they would be doing by sending Rubio able to Los Angeles. The Timberwolves could land some intriguing young players which would help toward the future.

Rubio is not a player who would warrant a first-round pick, which is the other important aspect of a rebuild. Minnesota is in a position to add some players to develop for the future.

It is going to be a few years before this team is ready to compete again. There could be some other big moves on the horizon for Minnesota and this one could jump start the process.

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