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Telfair is in the final season of a three-year contract that pays him a $2.7 million salary. "It's definitely important for me to play," Telfair said. "I feel when I got the opportunity, we played some of our better basketball this season. I'm waiting for the opportunity to come around, I'm ready to win some games. It's not the right situation for me right now." Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Minnesota Timberwolves, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

The Knicks would entertain a discussion that involved guard Luke Ridnour or a first-round pick, but not Sebastian Telfair. Newsday

New York Knicks, Trade, Luke Ridnour, Sebastian Telfair 

Two of the more experienced players on the roster, Corey Brewer and Sebastian Telfair, are seeking trades, and the promise of Rubio someday coming to Minneapolis hasn't been enough to sustain anything close to a positive vibe. CBSSports.com

Minnesota Timberwolves, Trade, Sebastian Telfair, Corey Brewer 

The New York Knicks have considered acquiring Sebastian Telfair from the Minnesota Timberwolves, but sources close to the team don't believe a deal is likely. Donnie Walsh prefers several other reserve point guards to Telfair, including Ramon Sessions, and doesn't appear to be in any hurry to make a move. HoopsWorld

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

The Knicks and Timberwolves have had talks regarding Sebastian Telfair, but Knick sources say while Bassy would be serviceable he won't solve their problem and the Knicks are in no hurry to deal for him. HoopsWorld

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Timberwolves president David Kahn , saying he was in town for the holidays, sat with Walsh before the game. Kahn has point guard Sebastian Telfair on the market and Walsh discussed it with him last week. New York Post

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, David Kahn, Sebastian Telfair 

Tommy Dee: And I can kill the knicks telfair rumors. Agents pushing, knicks not interested via source Twitter

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

With Jonny Flynn now back for the Minnesota Timberwolves, reserve point guard Sebastian Telfair has drawn trade interest from the Warriors, Knicks and Washington Wizards. Yahoo! Sports

Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Washington Wizards, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Previous reports identify Timberwolf Sebastian Telfair as a distinct option. His clear-cut availability, experience and versatility, especially long distance dialing (18-of-47 on 3-pointers vs. 3-of-12 for Price) make him attractive. The snag is, Telfair makes $2.7 million, and the player they'd probably want to swap for him is Roger Mason, whose salary slot is $1.4 million. New York Post

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Of course, this is the NBA and such financial arrangements are easily solved. It appears the T'Wolves are looking to free up a roster spot and therefore wouldn't mind buying out Telfair, who could make up the lost loot by signing a vet minimum contract . . . and the Knicks could release Mason or Andy Rautins, though that's unlikely. New York Post

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Sebastian Telfair 

The chatter about the Knicks pursuing Sebastian Telfair (who, remember, is part of the Mr. Vaseline Man family _ and can’t shoot a lick), tells us the Knicks would be more willing to dump Douglas in a Caremlo (or any other deal). Perhaps to Memphis for O.J. Mayo, about whom there’s also chatter, despite denials from the direction of Graceland. Bergen Record

New York Knicks, Toney Douglas, Sebastian Telfair 

The Knicks are perusing the league for backup candidates and have held multiple discussions with the Minnesota Timberwolves concerning Sebastian Telfair, according to an executive involved in the discussions. The Timberwolves will probably not make a move until they gauge the health of Jonny Flynn, their young point guard who recently returned from a hip injury. New York Times

Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Telfair could in short order go from starter's minutes to third man out, which could make him a trade piece if there's a taker. Telfair's $2.7 million contract expires after this season, which makes him attractive. He's also a very capable backup point. Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Minnesota Timberwolves, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

But there are teams -- Miami, New York, Toronto, the Warriors perhaps -- who could use another point guard. Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Before the Knicks beat Forbes' Nuggets, 129-125, Spike Lee, the denizen of all things Brooklyn, admitted to the Daily News that he had never heard of Forbes, who starred at Banneker High in Fort Greene. Maybe he should have known him since Forbes' team lost to Sebastian Telfair and Lincoln in the 2003 PSAL city championship game at the Garden. Lee famously chronicled Coney Island's Lincoln High in his film, "He Got Game." While Telfair jumped from Lincoln to the NBA, Forbes took a meandering journey to the pros, through a pair of high schools, two colleges, Italy, Israel, the NBA Development league and finally to the Denver Nuggets this season. His performance Sunday (six points), may not have drawn Lee's attention, but if the famous director ever needs a subject for a new film, he may want to draw on Forbes' inspiring story. "Gary is someone who's always had to deal with obstacles," said Wendell Saunders, who coached Forbes at Banneker. "It's never really come easy for him. He's had to stay confident and keep his head on straight." New York Daily News

Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Spike Lee, Sebastian Telfair, Gary Forbes 

There aren't many options like that out there for the Knicks, especially this early in the season. One alternative could be Brooklynite (and Stephon Marbury's cousin) Sebastian Telfair, who will see his playing time decrease once Jonny Flynn returns to the Timberwolves. Telfair is an expiring contract ($2.7M) and can play in the up-tempo system. He's a decent passer, though mostly in transition, and not a strong shooter or defender, but you're not going to get much on the open market. Newsday

New York Knicks, Free Agency, Trade, Sebastian Telfair 

Jerry Zgoda: Telfair when asked if yesterday's plane trip seemed empty w/ so many left at home: "No, Beasley counts for five people." Twitter

Minnesota Timberwolves, Michael Beasley, Sebastian Telfair 

Newest Timberwolf Sundiata Gaines participated in shootaround at Target Center this morning after signing wih the team and he'll be there backup to Sebastian Telfair at point guard tonight. He makes no guarantees, however, about hitting a winning three-pointer at the buzzer. "Wayne is out, so Gaines will be the guy," Kurt Rambis said, referring to injured shooting guard Wayne Ellington (bruised thigh) who can play some backup point in a pinch. Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Minnesota Timberwolves, Sebastian Telfair, Kurt Rambis, Sundiata Gaines 

Jimmy Spencer: Telfair complaining coming out "I haven't even gotten the ball" Coaches didn't appear to even look up at him. Stands for awhile, sits down Twitter

Sebastian Telfair 

When asked if Sebastian Telfair and Kosta Koufos will be part of this team, he said they are -- "For now," he said -- and he said Telfair has looked good in workouts and said he expects Koufos to adapt easily from Jerry Sloan's ways to his offense. Minneapolis Star-Tribune

Minnesota Timberwolves, Kosta Koufos, Sebastian Telfair