Jimmy Butler

[IWB]

Jimmy Butler last night in game six of a playoff series.... 48 minutes, 17 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 steal, 1 block.

[WindyCityGoldenEagle]

was all over the place and incredibly active on both ends---looked real solid. All he needs is to keep boosting his confidence with the jump shot. He's going to be making a lot of money in this league for a long time. People here are already saying he's one of the best defenders in the league.

[The Reptile]

It took him a couple of years to become a leader in college. Seems that elevating his game by next year would be in keeping with his college pattern.

[be69]

It took him a couple of years to become a leader in college. Seems that elevating his game by next year would be in keeping with his college pattern.

This.

Jimmy's pro career is mirroring his college career. I noticed that earlier this season. Biggest difference this year is confidence. Confidence in himself, from his coach, teammates and with the system.

Stacy King had a great comment about Jimmy last night during the telecast. He said some other players on the Bulls will need to start guarding because Jimmy can't guard everyone.

[Markedman]

Evan Daniels tweeted during the game "Jimmy Butler is quickly becoming one of my favorite NBA players. Whats not to like?"

[CaribouJim]

Interesting - the Bulls lost by 3 and Jimmy's +/- was -3. He guarded Joe Johnson for much of the game. Joe Johnson's +/- was 0. Almost a wash between the two from a team perspective. I just wish JB made a couple almost bunnies that he missed last night - could have made a difference.

[bleedbluegold03]

Jimmy played all 48 minutes so of course his +/- will be reflective of the score...

while that's a good line for a 3rd year player, ultimately if he had shot a bit more effectively, it could have swung the final decision. Crazy to think he's progressed to the point that I think he could improve upon that line. Quickly ascending to the 2nd best Marquette player in the NBA; to date, it may be a wash between him and Matthews, but Butler clearly has the better upside moving forward (not to mention a bigger market).

[Mucrisco]

Evan Daniels tweeted during the game "Jimmy Butler is quickly becoming one of my favorite NBA players. Whats not to like?"

He plays for the Bulls.

[TheSultan]

Jimmy played all 48 minutes so of course his +/- will be reflective of the score...

while that's a good line for a 3rd year player, ultimately if he had shot a bit more effectively, it could have swung the final decision. Crazy to think he's progressed to the point that I think he could improve upon that line. Quickly ascending to the 2nd best Marquette player in the NBA; to date, it may be a wash between him and Matthews, but Butler clearly has the better upside moving forward (not to mention a bigger market).

If you look at these active rosters side-by-side, it is pretty miraculous that Chicago is even alive at this point. Thibideau (sp) is a really, really good coach.

[be69]

For those of you in Chicago there is a special feature on Jimmy's story. It airs at 6pm during the Comcast Sports Network pregame. I believe it's entitled "The Long And Winding Road"