Jimmy Butler's name dominated Twitter's trends anew on Saturday afternoon when the news broke that he was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers.
Well, Monday it became *officially* official, with 76ers GM Elton Brand officially announcing the blockbuster deal for the four-time All-Star.
Team acquires four-time All-Star Jimmy Butler from Minnesota.
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 12, 2018
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Outgoing Players Left Important Impact
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) November 12, 2018
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In their own individual ways, all three players left a positive impact on the franchise, and should hold a place in the story of the Sixers’ ascension back to the top of the Eastern Conference.
The Jimmy Butler era in Philly has officially begun.