The Chicago Bulls have had trouble getting traction this year, but after the decimation of the Clippers to start the Circus Trip, it looks like they may have found their rhythm. And however the Bulls have played, Jimmy Butler’s breakout has been consistent. It’s time to start wondering if he can be the difference to the Bulls championship hopes.

Butler is an early candidate—if not favorite—for Most Improved Player. Already an elite defender, as evidenced by his being named to the All-Defensive second team, he’s added a level of offense which has been so dramatic that he’s moving what most people thought his ceiling would be.

For a player to reach his ceiling this early in his career is rare enough. To raise it, even more so. Butler has added a whole second story to his house. In fact, he’s becoming one of the best offensive shooting guards in the NBA. And if his offense is catching up to his defense, he will be the tipping point to a Bulls championship.