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NBA Rumors: 5 teams that should trade for Jimmy Butler

By Jason Parker

Jan 31, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. The Clippers won 120-93. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 31, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. The Clippers won 120-93. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Here are the five teams who need to make an effort to trade for Jimmy Butler in a move with the Chicago Bulls.

There has been very little doubt for fans of the NBA that the Chicago Bulls are the most disappointing team this season. If the 2015-16 regular season ended today, the Bulls would be watching the postseason from home — shocking for a team that was expected to compete for a spot in the NBA Finals this season.

One of the things hurting the Bulls this year has been the injuries to their top players. Over the last month, the attention has been turned to the drop in play by their latest franchise player, Jimmy Butler. After taking the torch from Derrick Rose following the latter’s series of injuries, Butler has become a walking M*A*S*H unit in recent weeks to the point he may require surgery after the season.

With that thought in mind, is it time for the Chicago Bulls to blow their team up now and prepare for the future? If so, what teams would be smart to go out and make a run for Butler with a trade to help both sides? Here are the five teams who should make a move and try to get Jimmy Butler.

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