Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jimmy Butler is at the center of another rumored drama, one speculating his openness to the idea of potentially playing alongside LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Since James’ arrival, the idea is actually not too far-fetched after making the Lakers an attractive destination once again.
Regardless, Butler has single-handedly put the fate of the franchise up in the air by refusing to sign the extension over the summer. Unsettling reports regarding his dismay for the young Timberwolves players over their attitude might have been a catalyst to the current situation.
In spite of things going out of have for the Timberwolves, they should be cautious and be on the lookout for interesting packages for Butler.
According to a podcast of ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, he implied.
“Who knows how it starts out this season there, but they may have to look at doing something with him. If they don’t have a commitment from him, do they have to look at doing something with him by the trade deadline? Do they risk losing him for nothing? You look back, they gave up a lot for him. That deal with the Bulls at the time, they gave up some really good pieces. It’s hard to let that walk out the door for nothing.”
If they don’t have a commitment from him, do they have to look at doing something with him by the trade deadline? Do they risk losing him for nothing? You look back, they gave up a lot for him. That deal with the Bulls at the time, they gave up some really good pieces. It’s hard to let that walk out the door for nothing.
A four-time All-star and a two-time All-NBA, Jimmy Butler is one of the best two-way players in the league and his potential loss will be definitely a big one for the Timberwolves. He averaged 22.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 2 steals for his first season in Minnesota.
Despite how important he is to the team, if he does not give a definite commitment, look to the Timberwolves to switch some things up this season.
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