Jimmy Butler wants Wolves teammates to match his energy on defense
Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Jimmy Butler says he prides himself on the defensive end, and he wants his teammates to do the same.
"On the defensive end, I pride myself on that end, so I’ve got to make sure I’m at the top of my game on the defensive end and everybody else is up there with me,†Butler said. Minnesota is coming off a much-needed overtime win over the Miami Heat on Monday, and they have another tough task Wednesday against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Our models project Butler for 42.8 FanDuel points at a cost of $7,900 against the Pelicans.
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