We Need to Talk About Ricky Rubio The Rubio Reunion hasn’t gone as planned so far this season. Who — or what — exactly is to blame? Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images Share this story The night of the 2020 NBA Draft, the Minnesota Timberwolves’ fan base was flooded with excitement. A fraction of the thrill was due to the first overall pick, but the frenzy’s true architect was a trade that brought home the one and only, Ricky Rubio. The jubilation that infected this fan base didn’t come from a franchise-altering move but instead arose from something that just felt right. It was as if the Timberwolves were creating their own romantic comedy as they reunited with their high school sweetheart after realizing they would never find that same feeling they once took for granted as young love. Unfortunately, that dark-haired beauty who once brought a sense of joy, unpredictability, and hope now incites frustration, regret, and bewilderment.