SALT LAKE CITY -- Losing a leading scorer can be detrimental to any team. So far, the Minnesota Timberwolves have done a decent job of pressing forward in Jimmy Butler's absence.
The Timberwolves have posted a 2-1 record since losing Butler to a meniscus injury in his right knee. They come to Salt Lake City looking to notch yet another win over the Utah Jazz on Friday night.
Butler is expected to be sidelined indefinitely while he recovers after undergoing surgery Sunday. It makes holding onto third place in the Western Conference a long-term challenge.