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Jimmy Butler likely to be moved before the start of the season
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Although from the Rockets' perspective, I get it a bit more. Paul presumably will be declining soon, to the extent he hasn't already, and Harden is at peak. Capela is presumably still rising, but the loss of Ariza and his veteran 3-and-D contributions is clearly hurting them. They're currently not as good as the team that took the Warriors to 7 games. Durant, Curry and Klay are at peak. Green may be in slight decline. But if Cousins plays, forget about the Rockets taking them out as constituted. Butler gives them a real puncher's chance. They probably can't afford to wait for a Warriors decline, because they're likely to decline as fast or faster. If they want a ring, they probably need a two-way difference maker like Butler.
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Originally posted by B-Fly View PostAlthough from the Rockets' perspective, I get it a bit more. Paul presumably will be declining soon, to the extent he hasn't already, and Harden is at peak. Capela is presumably still rising, but the loss of Ariza and his veteran 3-and-D contributions is clearly hurting them. They're currently not as good as the team that took the Warriors to 7 games. Durant, Curry and Klay are at peak. Green may be in slight decline. But if Cousins plays, forget about the Rockets taking them out as constituted. Butler gives them a real puncher's chance. They probably can't afford to wait for a Warriors decline, because they're likely to decline as fast or faster. If they want a ring, they probably need a two-way difference maker like Butler.
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"The Rockets are reportedly offering Chriss, Knight and four future first-round picks in a package for Jimmy Butler, but Minnesota management doesn't appear to be all that interested in such a deal. The Wolves would like to remain competitive after trading Butler, and they're also reluctant to trade him to a Westcoast rival, so it'll be tough for Houston to pull this off. Right now, Miami seems like a frontrunner, but Philadelphia could also put together an intriguing package should they jump into the race."
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Still don't get why the Wolves haven't pulled the trigger.
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And it looks like Butler's going to force the issue:
"Jimmy Butler is refusing to take the court for Wednesday's game against the Jazz and could be looking at an extended absence from the Timberwolves.
The Wolves have deemed Butler's absence from Wednesday's game as "general soreness," but he's reportedly actively made the decision to not play in an attempt to force his way out of Minnesota. It seems he may have already played his last game donning a Timberwolves jersey, so now it's just a matter of where he winds up. Plenty of teams have expressed interest, but Miami and Houston have had the most substantial talks thus far. Josh Okogie is worth grabbing in most leagues while this circus plays out."
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This, of course, is why I was able to get him for a steep discount at my auction. I just have to hope that he gets traded quickly - ideally to Miami where his stats would likely be maximized.
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This guy has turned out to be one of the worst pricks to pass through Minnesota sports, just a total embarrassment. Thibs seems to be content to allow him to pick and choose the games that he plays (he's taking care of himself so he doesn't get injured), which is on Thibs, who also needs to go.
Last night he pulled an all time asshole move, he was on the bench, waving a towel with the Warrior fans.I can't wait for this prick to leave...
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