The Minnesota Timberwolves have so far resisted trade inquiries on Jimmy Butler.

The Wolves are telling teams that Butler is an elite player and they intend to keep him.

Glen Taylor will play a big role in the potential trade process of Butler as he did with past situations involving Kevin Garnett and Kevin Love.

Butler prefers a trade to the Los Angeles Clippers with the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets next on his list.