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21 Things to know about Jimmy Butler after Sixers-Timberwolves trade

The trade for Jimmy Butler will be finalized Monday.

JIM MONE / Associated Press

1. Butler was all-NBA third team the last two years. He's been selected to four All-Star Games and has been second-team all-defense four times.

2. Butler exploded in his fourth season (2014-15) when he averaged 20.0 points for the first time in his career. He made the All-Star team for the first season and was won the league's Most Improved Player award.

3. A 6-8 swingman, Butler turned 29 on Sept. 14. His career average is 16.5 points, but he's been over 20 each of the last five years.