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New Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star forward Jimmy Butler went full-on Mike Jones during his introductory press conference, firing back at his critics by welcoming them to contact them directly if they have anything negative about him to address:
“Everybody is entitled to their opinion,” Butler said. “But with that being said, my phone's in my back pocket right now, if whoever has anything to say to me, feel free — 773-899-6071.”
“If you want an interview, there you have it. Please do.”
.@Timberwolves Jimmy Butler gave out his phone number at his introductory press conference & told his critics to call him directly. pic.twitter.com/LGTy82GSfJ
— NBA TV (@NBATV) June 29, 2017
Much had been made about Butler being a prima donna during his stint with the Bulls, with some agreeing with the rumors and others attributing it to a dysfunctional front office trying to save face by spreading them around.
It doesn't get much more upfront than the Houston native pulling off the most Houston-like move like rapper Jones once did in his 2005 debut single “Back Then.”
The area code is indeed a Chicago one, and chances are that after the very many texts and phone calls that are to ensue, he'll soon update to the Twin Cities area code and kick the bucket on this one.
