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5 goals for Jimmy Butler and the Timberwolves

ByVince Massara|
BLOOMINGTON, MN - JUNE 29: Tom Thibobeau introduces Jimmy Butler of the Minnesota Timberwolves to the public during a press conference at the Mall of America on June 29, 2017 in Bloomington, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)
BLOOMINGTON, MN - JUNE 29: Tom Thibobeau introduces Jimmy Butler of the Minnesota Timberwolves to the public during a press conference at the Mall of America on June 29, 2017 in Bloomington, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)
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BOSTON, MA – APRIL 26: Jimmy Butler
BOSTON, MA – APRIL 26: Jimmy Butler

Lead the way on Defense

Jimmy Butler’s defensive game has been known about for some time. He can guard any guard or wing in the NBA. In a league where all the truly great players are on the wing, having a lock-down like Jimmy Butler helps the Timberwolves’ poorly performing defense.

Just look at a sample of what Butler brings to the table. Just look at it!

Jimmy Butler is equally efficient at defending the three-pointer. Opponents shot only 30% when being guarded by Butler. All in all, Butler defended over ten shots a game in the regular season and is one of the best.

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