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NBA Player Power Rankings: Can Anyone Overthrow the Leader?

By Greg Chin

Jan 31, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles past Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) in the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 106-87. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 31, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) dribbles past Phoenix Suns guard Isaiah Thomas (3) in the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Suns 106-87. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 4, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) dribbles against Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) in the second half at Toyota Center. Rockets won 101 tom90. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) dribbles against Houston Rockets forward Josh Smith (5) in the second half at Toyota Center. Rockets won 101 tom90. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

14. Jimmy Butler (Chicago Bulls)

After a mini-shooting slump in January, many began to question Jimmy Butler’s ability. His shooting splits and production numbers were a far cry from what he was putting up earlier in the season, especially when he was named as a potential Most Improved Player candidate.

However, in his last three games, Butler has scored at least 22 points, and has done so shooting above 40 percent. It’s still unclear whether he can continue putting up such big numbers, but it’s a good sign for the Chicago Bulls and their fans.

With less than half of the season left, the Bulls need to finish strongly. Derrick Rose is playing himself back into form, Joakim Noah is finally getting healthier, and Pau Gasol continues his strong season. All they need now is for Butler to return to his early-season form.

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