Bulls fans everywhere gasped in horror during the second quarter of Friday night's game against the Nuggets when All-Star shooting guard Jimmy Butler was helped off the court holding his left knee.
Fortunately for Chicago, it appears Butler's injury isn't as bad as originally feared.
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An MRI performed on Saturday confirmed that Butler sustained a left knee strain and the timeline for his return to play will be determined by further evaluation in Chicago and his response to treatment, the team announced.
There is hope he will be able to play Monday against the Hornets.