That's why the 76ers acquired the four-time All-Star from the Minnesota Timberwolves in a blockbuster trade. The eighth-year veteran is, finally, the Sixers' third star they needed to pair with Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid.
Butler can opt out of the final year of his contract – 2019-20 – next summer and become a free agent. At that time, he and the Sixers expect to reach a deal on a long-term contract.
The swingman was asked Sunday if he thinks he found a home with the Sixers.
"We'll worry about that when the times comes," Butler said.