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Twitter reacts to 76ers pulling off Jimmy Butler trade

After weeks of waiting, the Minnesota Timberwolves have finally traded star guard Jimmy Butler. On Saturday, Minnesota shipped Butler to the Philadelphia 76ers in a Saturday morning blockbuster trade.

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Minnesota will receive forwards Robert Covington, Dario Saric and a future second-round pick for Butler and Justin Patton.

The saga around Butler’s desire started in September and stretched into the season with the turmoil and speculation surrounding Minnesota’s organization. Now in a situation where the Timberwolves had to trade Butler, they receive a compelling return of young talent.

Following the blockbuster trade, Twitter erupted with reactions and analysis to a deal that will surely shake up the NBA landscape.

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