Today, the 76ers made a trade for Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler. The 76ers traded Robert Covington, Dario Saric, Jerryd Bayless, and a 2022 second round pick, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Jimmy Butler and Justin Patton.
The Sixers have been star searching for their final piece to create their own big three in Philly since last summer. After trading for Jimmy Butler, the search may finally be completed.
Although Jimmy Butler has been a headcase in both Minnesota and in Chicago, I believe he’ll fit in well in Philly considering Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid work hard, unlike the young stars in Minnesota, such as Andrew Wiggins & Karl Anthony-Towns.
Jimmy Butler tantrums finally got his wish and now has been traded to a team that’s ready to get to next level. Jimmy Butler has been averaging 21.3 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 4.3 assists per game this year.
Considering the continued struggles Markelle Fultz has been having it was time for a change. Since JJ Redick is a defensive liability, having him come off the bench is a necessity. Jimmy Butler may be the last piece to get the Sixers to claim the throne of the East and get past the Celtics and Raptors to face the NBA juggernaut Golden State Warriors possibly in the NBA Finals.
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