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Jimmy Butler and Devin Booker delivered exceptional performances during this year’s playoffs. Although Booker’s team fell short in the Western Conference, Butler had an impressive postseason run, leading his team to eliminate top-seeded teams in the Eastern Conference. Butler’s leadership and ability to shine in crucial games have earned him widespread acclaim. Under his guidance, the Miami Heat reached the NBA Finals for the second time in four years.

Both players have received extensive praise for their postseason performances, including a notable compliment from a former three-time NBA champion, who compared them to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan. Who is the former player that had made the comparisons? Let us find out.

A former Chicago Bulls player believes in Jimmy Butler and Devin Booker’s potential

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Led by the legendary Michael Jordan, the Chicago Bulls were an NBA powerhouse in the 1990s. The team secured two incredible three-peats and triumphed over five different opponents in the Finals. Scott Williams, a former Bulls forward identified a similar mentality in Michael Jordan, Jimmy Butler and Devin Booker. Williams, who played a pivotal role in the Bulls’ initial three-peat, recently penned a memoir titled ‘Through the Fire’, providing a comprehensive account of his life and career.

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Despite going undrafted in the 1990 NBA draft, the 55-year-old managed to have a remarkable 15-season career in the NBA. He gave a recent interview to Hoopshype. Williams was asked to identify a current NBA player with a killer mentality similar to Jordan’s, who has caught his attention. In response, Williams praised Jimmy Butler and Devin Booker for their impressive mindset and approach to the game. He said, “Wow, I wouldn?t want to just recklessly throw out a name. I?ve had a chance to watch Jimmy Butler more this year than I have in years past, and I am very impressed with him.”

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Furthermore, he added, “This kid Devin Booker, I?ve watched him a lot more this year than I have in years past and I thought he was fantastic in the playoffs this year, as well.” According to Williams, he sees a similar Midas touch to MJ’s in both players, believing that they have the ability to elevate their teams just like Jordan did. In his opinion, the two have the potential to reach the same level of stardom that Michael Jordan achieved during his playing career.

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Jimmy Butler and Devin Booker dominated the postseason

Jimmy Butler has been exemplifying exceptional leadership and an unwavering desire to win the coveted Larry O’Brien trophy. He has galvanized a group of undrafted NBA players, propelling them to dominate formidable teams such as Milwaukee and Boston. Butler has consistently delivered impressive performances in crucial games. He is now just three wins away from securing his first NBA championship. Throughout the postseason, Butler has displayed dominance over his rivals. He is averaging an impressive 27 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists per game.

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Devin Booker produced extraordinary numbers too. Even with the presence of Kevin Durant on the team, Booker emerged as the top scorer for the Suns. Throughout the postseason, he maintained an impressive average of 34 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists per game. The Denver Nuggets, who eventually became the Western Conference champions, eliminated the Suns in six games.

Do you agree with Scott William’s opinion about the two players? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!