Watch: Jimmy Butler met with boos at Wolves' home opener
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Jimmy Butler’s Minnesota Timberwolves teammates might be playing it cool with the disgruntled All-Star performer. But in no way does that mean fans in Minneapolis are OK with Butler’s trade request and the drama it has created. Wolves fans booed Butler biWatch: Jimmy Butler met with boos at Wolves' home opener
Jimmy Butler’s Minnesota Timberwolves teammates might be playing it cool with the disgruntled All-Star performer. But in no way does that mean fans in Minneapolis are OK with Butler’s trade request and the drama it has created. Wolves fans booed Butler big time during introductions prior to the team’s home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Target Center Friday night. Not too often do we see a home player get heckled in this manner. In a way, Butler certainly does deserve it. Fans want the players to actually be part of the community. Butler has made it clear he has no intention of being in Minnesota long-term. By demanding a trade, he’s essentially saying he’s forced to play in front of the home crowd. Who wouldn’t be upset about those optics? Read more