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Houston Rockets general manager Daryl Morey says when a player of Jimmy Butler’s caliber becomes available via trade, it’s his job to explore all possible avenues to make his team better. That being said, Morey likes the way his team is currently constructed and says the organization is focused on what they have at their disposal. […]

Rumors are circulating that the Minnesota Timberwolves are bluffing. Adrian Wojnarowski said on the most recent episode of his podcast, The Woj Pod, that no teams or executives believed the Timberwolves when they claimed that they have received favorable trade offers for superstar forward Jimmy Butler. “I know Minnesota was telling teams last week, ‘We’ve […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are entering a new franchise era as they move on from their identity as the ‘Lob City.’ Competitive as their young roster seems to be, they are still lacking in star power. With that said, the Clippers are keen on acquiring disgruntled Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Jimmy Butler, with the purpose of […]

While many saw the Jimmy Butler trade request coming from a mile away, this simply was not the case for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Taj Gibson. The Timberwolves veteran recently shared how he was caught off-guard by Butler’s demands, given how Gibson thought there was harmony in Minnesota’s camp. “At the end of the day, you’ve […]

Derrick Rose joined the Minnesota Timberwolves last season in March, so he hasn’t been around the team for that long. That explains why the former league MVP was surprised when he heard star small forward Jimmy Butler requested a trade from the team. Butler has reportedly wanted out because he doesn’t want to play with […]

The Miami Heat are aggressively pursuing a trade for Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler, but are reluctant to include shooting guard Josh Richardson, according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. Butler, a four-time All-Star, reportedly prefers to be traded to the Heat. He has a close relationship with Dwyane Wade and believes he […]

The L.A. Clippers can still enter the Jimmy Butler trade sweepstakes if they offer the Minnesota Timberwolves a bigger package than they already have, according to Five Reasons Sports Network. The Miami Heat and Houston Rockets are the two teams most engaged in talks with the Timberwolves regarding Butler, but that can change if the […]

The Miami Heat, who are aggressively trying to acquire Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler, have made what they deemed a final offer to the Timberwolves on Thursday, according to Stefano Fusaro of ESPN and Five Reasons Sports Network. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and reportedly prefers to play for the Heat. Five […]

The world waits as the Jimmy Butler saga slowly unfolds, but he’s not the only player who is likely on his way out of Minnesota. Gorgui Dieng — mainly due to his sizable contract — appears to be on his way out of town with Butler. Dane Moore of Zone Coverage reports: One league executive told […]

Disgruntled Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler has been the talk of the town recently regarding his trade demands. Apparently unhappy with the work ethic of the Timberwolves youth movement, the four-time All-star has asked to be traded to either the New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, or the L.A. Clippers. Willing to only re-sign to […]

The Houston Rockets are making a strong effort to acquire Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler, according to Mark Berman of Fox26Houston.com. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and, while he prefers to play for the Miami Heat, the swingman just wants this saga to end and is fine with getting moved […]

The Brooklyn Nets will not include small forward Caris LeVert in any potential trade packages for Minnesota Timberwolves All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler, according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and reportedly prefers to play for the Miami Heat. The four-time All-Star has also listed the Nets as […]

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson told reporters Thursday he’s curious to see where Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler will end up. Butler has requested a trade from the Timberwolves and Thompson knows whatever team gets him will instantly get better. “I’m just curious to see where he goes because he’s such a […]

It’s obvious that Tom Thibodeau is uneasy about trading away Jimmy Butler. It’s even more obvious when his asking price is Ben Simmons. But according to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer, the Timberwolves asked for Simmons in return for Butler. O’Connor appeared on The Bill Simmons Podcast, where he said: “One of the things that […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to the Jimmy Butler trade situation. After being informed by Butler that the star wing would like to be traded last week, the Timberwolves have been listening to trade offers. Reports have come out that they are asking for too […]

The Houston Rockets, L.A. Clippers and the Cleveland Cavs are among the teams still interested in trading for Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Zach Lowe. Those three will join the Miami Heat, who is the frontrunning suitor for Butler’s services, given the mutual interest despite the frustrating process of […]

Jimmy Butler has been the hottest topic of discussion in the NBA over the past week following his decision to request a trade from the Minnesota Timberwolves. After just one season with Tom Thibodeau, Butler is unhappy with his situation and has already been rumored to be interested in playing for quite a few different […]

The Sacramento Kings are still interested in being a complementary team in case of a three-team trade needs to take place in the pursuit of Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic. The Kings had extended their services as a potential haul for a bloated contract such as Gorgui Dieng’s […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been one tough cookie when it comes to facilitating a trade for All-Star forward Jimmy Butler, leaving teams confused and frustrated with their demands. Inquiring front offices believe president/head coach Tom Thibodeau wants to at the very least recoup the assets he originally lost in trading for Butler during the 2017 […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have frustrated more than half of the league by now after teams have inquired about four-time All-Star Jimmy Butler. Yet part of it has to do with the minimal leverage this small market team has when engaging in talks with suitors, considering the three teams atop his original shortlist, all have room […]

The Brooklyn Nets are unlikely to trade for Minnesota Timberwolves small forward Jimmy Butler, according to a report from Brian Lewis of The New York Post. Butler, who has requested a trade from the Timberwolves, listed the Nets as one of the teams he wouldn’t mind being traded to. The four-time All-Star and his camp, […]

The Phoenix Suns have contacted the Minnesota Timberwolves to see what it will cost to get involved in a three-team trade involving All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler, but the asking price was too steep for them in the initial conversation, according to a report from Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Sources: Phoenix did check w/ Minnesota […]

The Philadelphia 76ers don’t appear to be involved in the Jimmy Butler sweepstakes. New Sixers general manager Elton Brand joined ESPN’s Zach Lowe on the Lowe Post podcast and said he likes where the team is at right now. Brand didn’t address the Butler rumors either. New #Sixers GM Elton Brand on The Lowe Post […]

The never-ending saga of Jimmy Butler continues. It appears that the Miami Heat have a steady lead over other possible trading partners. Other possible partners include the LA Clippers and Brooklyn Nets — considering Butler had both of these destinations as preferences early on in the process. This comes from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, who is closely […]

The Miami Heat want to trade Dion Waiters, and a potential trade for Jimmy Butler would be the logical time to include Waiters. Now, however, it appears that the Heat are trying to move on from Waiters even if they can’t directly include him in a potential Butler deal according to Five Reasons Sports Network. […]

The race for Jimmy Butler’s services has intensified as of late, as the All-Star forward notified Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor of his interest for the Miami Heat, who have become the frontrunner to acquire him in a trade. Butler is expected to be dealt in the very near future, according to Chris Sheridan of […]

The Phoenix Suns’ constant interest in a starting point guard could open up an avenue for the Minnesota Timberwolves to pursue a trade with the Miami Heat that involves Goran Dragic, in efforts to trade estranged star Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Suns have inquired about acquiring backup point guard Tyus Jones […]

Minnesota Timberwolves estranged forward Jimmy Butler has recently expressed deep interest in the Miami Heat as the frontrunner for his services, yet the internet remains undefeated when it comes to digging up old dirt. Butler had once been on record saying he would never wear a Miami Heat jersey… and boy how things have changed. […]

Jimmy Butler and his agent Bernie Lee have informed the Minnesota Timberwolves ownership that the Miami Heat is his preferred trade destination, according to Marc Stein of The New York Times. Despite Butler listing teams like the New York Knicks, the L.A. Clippers and the Brooklyn Nets originally during his meeting with head coach/president Tom […]

The Brooklyn Nets had been dormant suitors for Minnesota Timberwolves star Jimmy Butler, failing to engage a confused and frustrating Twin Cities front office in the midst of its indecision to trade their four-time All-Star forward. Yet neither coach Kenny Atkinson nor his players are paying much attention to the rumors, letting general manager Sean […]

Minnesota Timberwolves swingman Jimmy Butler’s rep keeps taking hit after hit, and the latest piece of news regarding the four-time All-Star small forward will only add more fuel to the fire. According to a report from Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic, after the Houston Rockets eliminated the Timberwolves in the first round of the 2018 […]

Tom Thibodeau’s recent offer to meet with swingman Jimmy Butler after meeting last Tuesday in Los Angeles made the All-Star forward feel skeptical, seeking out Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor for reassurance that trade talks were still under good faith, according to Jon Krawczynski of The Athletic. The Minnesota brass’ constant see-saw of indecision has […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been actively exploring trades at the wish of owner Glen Taylor, now counting three frontrunners to become Jimmy Butler’s new home — the Brooklyn Nets, L.A. Clippers, and the Miami Heat, according to Chris Sheridan of GetMoreSports. The New York Knicks are visibly missing from that list, due to their commitment […]

Chicago Bulls current vice president of basketball operations John Paxson won’t admit that he feels vindication on trading former franchise superstar Jimmy Butler last season, as reported by Matt Peck of Locked on Bulls during NBA Media Day. "Do you feel vindicated (re Jimmy trade)?" Pax said that's not what it's about. but "we felt good […]

The Sacramento Kings could play the role of wingman in a three-way trade situation with the Minnesota Timberwolves, eager to haul in any bloated contracts in return for draft compensation to facilitate the trade of All-Star forward Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Kings are without their first-round draft pick for 2019, and […]

Teams inquiring for All-Star forward Jimmy Butler are reportedly frustrated and confused by the Minnesota Timberwolves’ chaotic stance since a trade request was submitted in person last Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Zach Lowe. The see-saw has been a non-stop factor in the Twin Cities, with the owner, general manager, and president of basketball operations all […]

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach/president Tom Thibodeau met with small forward Jimmy Butler on Monday and tried to convince the four-time All-Star to rejoin the team for preseason action. Minnesota Timberwolves President/Coach Tom Thibodeau met with All-Star forward Jimmy Butler on Monday and tried to convince him to eventually rejoin the team in the preseason, league […]

Minnesota Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns says the delay in signing his contract extension had nothing to do with small forward Jimmy Butler. Towns signed a five-year, $190 million super-max extension with the Timberwolves two days ago. There was speculation that Towns was waiting for the franchise to resolve the Butler situation before committing to […]

Tom Thibodeau seems to keep holding on to the idea that Jimmy Butler could suit up for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The head coach expects Butler in camp in the next week or so if there is no trade made, per Derek James of 1500 ESPN. This situation continues to be a mess for Minnesota. Thibodeau and […]