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Williams’ 3 trades the Cleveland Cavaliers can make for Jimmy Butler

By Tevin Williams

Mar 4, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler (21) reacts during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 4, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler (21) reacts during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 22, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) drives to the basket against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 22, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) drives to the basket against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Cavaliers, Bulls, Hornets 3-team trade

Cleveland Cavaliers receive Jimmy Butler

Chicago Bulls receive Nicolas Batum, Charlotte’s 2018 first-round draft pick and 2019 second-round draft pick

Charlotte Hornets receive Kevin Love

Now that we know the benefits that Butler brings to Cleveland, let’s touch on Nicolas Batum to Chicago. Batum is a long and athletic wing player. He is 6’8, and can do a little bit of everything, like a poor man’s Scottie Pippen. Batum averaged 15.1 points per game last season on 33.3% shooting from beyond the arc. His rebounding (6.2) and assists (5.9) are proficient enough to replace Jimmy Butler. The first and second-round draft picks allow Chicago to fill its roster with young talent for the future.

Kemba Walker finally gets an All-Star teammate in Charlotte. Walker is one of the best point guards in the East, and he has carried Charlotte for the past several seasons. Kevin Love gives the Hornets a much-needed low post presence after loosing Al Jefferson. Love’s ability to stretch the floor should open up more driving lanes for Walker.