Two players, same answer.
Rasual Butler and John Lucas III were asked after Wolves practice Wednesday why they decided to make their bid for an NBA roster here.
“Coach Thibs,” Butler said, instantly.
“Absolutely, Thibs,” Lucas said.
Both Butler and Lucas are 37 years old. Both have played for Wolves coach Tom Thibodeau before. And both want to do it again, and are here on non-guaranteed contracts. Butler is a forward with a good outside shot that can stretch defenses. Lucas is a point guard looking to return to the NBA since last playing in Detroit during the 2014-15 season.