Butler had a standout season with the Bulls, getting a nod as an All-Star starter averaging 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 5.5 assists.
But the two-way wing was also named to the All-NBA Third team, which put him in line for a Designated Player contract worth more than $200 million over 5 seasons.
Butler has maintained he wants to stay in Chicago, but the Bulls’ organization has been reluctant to name him the face of the franchise moving forward.
In acquiring Butler, the Timberwolves get a bona fide superstar to lead a promising young core of Karl-Anthony Towns and Andrew Wiggins .
Minnesota finished the season 31-51, tied with the New York Knicks , for 13th place in the Western Conference.
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