Why are the fans booing?

Minnesota Timberwolves v Houston Rockets - Game One
Jimmy Butler of the Minnesota Timberwolves goes up for a shot against PJ Tucker and Clint Capela of the Houston Rockets on April 15, 2018 in Houston, Texas.
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Timberwolves fans are expected to boo disgruntled star Jimmy Butler during the home opener Friday night at Target Center.

Jets fans are expected to boo Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins on Sunday because he spurned the Jets offer of more money to sign with Minnesota.

And Nebraska fans are unhappy that their team is 0-6 this year. They play the Gophers on Saturday. Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, discusses unhappy fans with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer.

To listen to their conversation, click the audio player above.

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