Media day for the Minnesota Timberwolves was essentially an extension of the Jimmy Butler trade saga that is spinning and evolving nearly three weeks after the initial trade request.
Many of the various questions being asked had the same focal point: how will the Timberwolves look after Butler’s (still hypothetical) departure?
Even if it sounds a predictable answer, what Tyus Jones said on media day is true: some guys will have the chance to contribute in and exceed expectations in both existing and new roles.
Last year, the Wolves barely sneaked into the playoffs with 47 wins, andf ew players had Jimmy’s impact as demonstrated by his top-15 PIPM of +4.