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The scene that played out in the Minnesota Timberwolves practice floor once estranged star forward Jimmy Butler rejoined his teammates was actually the delivery of a promise the All-Star had made head coach/president Tom Thibodeau, who insisted in keeping him on the roster, despite his several requests for a trade, according to Shams Charania and […]

The NBA season is literally less than a week away but the Los Angeles Clippers have their fair share of questions to answer still. After some of the most turnover in recent offseason history, here are five questions headed into the Clippers season. Does anyone care about the Clippers? If you’re a Lakers fan or one of […]

The story of the day was how Jimmy Butler showed up Wednesday at the Minnesota Timberwolves and went full Alonzo Harris on just about everybody. Butler’s flare-up sent people hopping on social media to give their takes, including Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague, who opted to use modern hieroglyphics instead of an easily understandable language […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves-Jimmy Butler drama has just gotten a little more interesting with the latter’s recent antics in practice. Various reports reveal that Butler went off on the Timberwolves, targetting its players for being soft. Furthermore, in an interview right after the said incident, Butler feels that head coach Tom Thibodeau loved every bit of […]

The reports out of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ camp just keep on pouring in, and the latest tidbit only adds more fuel to the fire that Jimmy Butler and Karl-Anthony Towns aren’t on good terms. At one point during the heated scrimmage at Timberwolves’ practice Wednesday, Towns tried to post up Butler, and let’s just say […]

In an interview with ESPN’s Rachel Nichols, Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler confirmed that he lashed out in practice today. It was the first public comments Butler has made since requesting a trade almost four weeks ago. Butler, who underwent an elective hand procedure in July, says Wednesday was the first time he played […]

Jimmy Butler’s lashing out at his teammates and the Minnesota Timberwolves staff is making headlines across the NBA and his former college teammate, Jae Crowder is reacting to the news. The Utah Jazz forward took to Twitter to blame their former head coach for Butler’s outburst. AYE MAN @JimmyButler TOOK EM BACK TO THE MARQUETTE […]

During the heated scrimmages at practice Wednesday, Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler went out of his way to challenge big man Karl-Anthony Towns and swingman Andrew Wiggins, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Wiggins and Towns are the two players Butler has an issue with. The four-time All-Star reportedly doesn’t respect Wiggins’ work ethic and […]

The Jimmy Butler trade rumors are a potential distraction for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the disgruntled star’s return to the building and heated return to the practice floor is only increasing that distraction. Anthony Tolliver and Jeff Teague were asked about seeing Butler in the building, and Teague even went on to discuss distractions in the […]

The falling out between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Jimmy Butler is the biggest story of the preseason. It’s clear that Butler wants out, but Tom Thibodeau and the Timberwolves have yet to find a suitable trade. We have yet to hear from Butler directly, though that’s about to change: Told Butler is breaking his silence right […]

Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler returned to practice on Wednesday and reportedly beat the starters in a scrimmage with the third-string team, according to Amin Elhassan of ESPN. This was part of a reportedly explosive practice featuring Butler berating teammates, coaches, front-office members, you name it. It’s not clear exactly who was playing, but […]

Jimmy Butler was in attendance for Wednesday’s practice session with the Minnesota Timberwolves despite his trade request, and things got extremely heated, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Woj reports Butler unleashed his emotions on numerous people across the organization: All-Star Jimmy Butler participated in Minnesota's practice, a session that included him verbally challenging teammates, coaches […]

Despite the recent stall in trade conversations after a recent failed trade proposal for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jimmy Butler, the Miami Heat are still in full pursuit of discussions for the four-time All-Star wing, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Butler recently rejoined his teammates in the locker room, but there is still no guarantee that […]

Contradicting a recent report from Marc Stein of The New York Times, Minnesota Timberwolves reporter Darren Wolfson disagreed with the idea that Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor declined a trade offer from the Miami Heat that reportedly included forward Josh Richardson and a protected first-round pick in return for Jimmy Butler. Still no Tyus Jones extension […]

The Houston Rockets reached out to the Minnesota Timberwolves after their recent failed trade with the Miami Heat over the weekend, hoping to pounce on the frustration and scoop up Jimmy Butler. The Wolves were reportedly adamant in receiving shooting guard Eric Gordon and forward P.J. Tucker, but the Rockets would not move Tucker, who […]

Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor declined to accept a trade offer from the Miami Heat for small forward Jimmy Butler that was centered on guard Josh Richardson and a protected first-round pick, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and reportedly prefers to play for […]

Jimmy Butler is still technically an employee of the Minnesota Timberwolves, and Tom Thibodeau is preparing for Butler to be on the roster despite Butler’s desire to be traded. If this situation isn’t resolved soon, things could turn ugly, especially given the rumors about the relationship between Butler and youngsters Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins. […]

Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta says the organization would love to have Jimmy Butler on the team, but is not willing to give up unreasonable assets to acquire the four-time All-Star. Butler has requested a trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves and has no intention of returning to the club this season. The Rockets are among the […]

Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler has made it clear that he wants to be traded. For a little over 20 days now, NBA fans have heard rumors of where he might be moved, but no deals have come to fruition. Now, according to several reports, the four-time All-Star is setting a deadline. The Timberwolves have […]

Miami Heat forward Justise Winslow says he is “getting close” to a contract extension before Monday’s deadline kicks in, but a Jimmy Butler deal could put that progress to waste, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Oct. 15 is the date players selected in the first round of the 2015 NBA Draft can finalize agreements with […]

All-Star forward Jimmy Butler has returned to Minnesota and once again informed the Timberwolves of his desire to be traded, according to Shams Charania and Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. Butler, who was away from the team during their West Coast trip, had yet to return to Minnesota, now forced to fly back and make […]

The L.A. Clippers have yet to put small forward Tobias Harris in any trade conversations with the Minnesota Timberwolves, a player that has proven a must in return for any deal involving All-Star forward Jimmy Butler, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. Harris will be a similar cog to Josh Richardson with the Miami […]

Despite the fact that he’s staying away from the Minnesota Timberwolves after his trade demand, Jimmy Butler has remained in touch with some of his Wolves teammates. The Butler saga continues to unfold slowly and there is still immense uncertainty surrounding Minnesota. However, there doesn’t seem to be a trade on the horizon, leaving the […]

All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler has never wavered on his stance that he wants to be traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves, even after several attempts by head coach/president Tom Thibodeau to convince him to rejoin the team, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. Butler requested a trade from the Timberwolves roughly three weeks ago […]

In recent weeks, the NBA has been focused on news regarding Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jimmy Butler and him wanting out of the Twin Cities due to his frustrations over the team’s younger talents. Butler has expressed that he wants to be traded to a team that has max salary cap space. One of the teams […]

After trade talks between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Miami Heat fell apart, the Houston Rockets now get into the picture and seem to be determined to trade for Jimmy Butler. As reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, sources reveal that the Rockets have also been aggressive in pursuing Butler who, to recall, requested for […]

It’s safe to say Miami Heat president Pat Riley is more than annoyed with Minnesota Timberwolves head coach/president Tom Thibodeau. The Heat, who have been aggressively trying to acquire Timberwolves star small forward Jimmy Butler, are reportedly drawing a line in the sand, as the team has made its last and best offer for Butler. […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have yet to deal Jimmy Butler and the clock is ticking before the season starts. The Miami Heat seem to be one of the favorites to land the enigmatic star, but the talks continue to sputter. Minnesota’s asking price might be one reason for the slow progress per Barry Jackson of the […]

ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski just recently reported that a Minnesota Timberwolves-Miami Heat deal centered around Jimmy Butler has fallen apart. With negotiations reaching another dead end, Butler’s camp has started questioning if the Wolves front office is actually making a deal or just pretending to get a deal done. ESPN’s Stefano Fusaro tweeted out the thoughts of […]

The Jimmy Butler trade circus appears to have stalled as the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Miami Heat’s trade talks have fallen apart. With the start of the regular season just waiting around the corner, a Butler trade now seems to be improbable before the opening week. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski took to Twitter the news about […]

Current Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Tom Thibodeau has a reputation for overworking his starters, but what he did to Jimmy Butler in a preseason game in 2012 when they were still with the Chicago Bulls was downright absurd, to say the least. A nugget of information unearthed by Reddit user VinceJumpmanCarter revealed that Thibodeau once played Butler for all […]

Minnesota Timberwolves fans have had enough of head coach and team president Tom Thibodeau, and it looks like they are already calling for his head. John Krawcynski of The Athletic tweeted that fans booed Thibodeau during the introductions of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder: There are not many people here […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to seek out a trade for Jimmy Butler, and after days of talks with the Miami Heat, it appears that, at least for now, the Wolves are eyeing Tobias Harris and the LA Clippers. According to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports, the Timberwolves and Clippers have had discussions on a Jimmy […]

Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler requested a trade from the Wolves in late September but after three weeks of bartering with other team’s in an attempt to get a trade package they consider fair, Minnesota still hasn’t honored Butler’s request. Per the Athletic’s Jon Krawczynski, Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Jeff Teague says that “it would […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves remain in a stalemate with the Miami Heat as negotiations to trade All-Star forward Jimmy Butler are ongoing since his request became public. According to Darren Wolfson of 1500 ESPN, the Timberwolves never wanted Butler’s request to become public, something that has made them lose leverage in negotiations. “The Wolves had no intention […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have not shown interest in many potential pieces from the Miami Heat during trade discussions for forward Jimmy Butler. The Wolves have been completely uninterested in shooting guard Dion Waiters and hybrid forward James Johnson, whom the Heat had added internally as potential packages for Butler, according to Ira Winderman of the […]

Heading into training camp, the Minnesota Timberwolves have fallen into complete disarray. That should come as no surprise to anyone who paid attention in recent months. Dating back to the spring (if not longer), rumors were circulating about behind-the-scenes discord in the Timberwolves organization. In May, ESPN 1500’s Darren Wolfson said (via NBC Sports’ Dan […]

Minnesota Timberwolves star small forward Jimmy Butler doesn’t plan to miss any regular-season games if his wrist is healthy, even if he doesn’t get traded by the franchise, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Timberwolves head coach/president Tom Thibodeau is still determined to get Butler back with the team for the start of the season if […]

Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler is one of those elite talents who can get the job done on both defense and offense. It is a testament to the four-time All-star’s hard work and dedication to his craft. However, Butler’s name has been in the middle of rumors and controversy due to his alleged fall out […]