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Nothing will come close to the trade that sent Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, but the Miami Heat’s decision with Jimmy Butler looms large as well ahead of Thursday’s NBA Trade Deadline, and the Memphis Grizzlies reportedly have held exploratory talks with Miami regarding a deal. “The Grizzlies, for […]

Before the closing hours of Feb. 1, 2025, a Luka Doncic trade seemed impossible. As one of the best players in the NBA at only age 25, it was widely assumed that the star point guard was untradeable, and fans believed that the Dallas Mavericks would laugh in the face of any general manager trying […]

It’s safe to say that the Memphis Grizzlies mean business this year. They’ve emerged as one of the favorites in the Western Conference with their 31-15 record, good for third-best. It’s clear that Memphis is keen on carving out a deeper playoff run compared to the past few seasons. But for as strong as the […]

The Dallas Mavericks traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in one of the most heavily scrutinized trades in sports history. Fans simply can’t wrap their heads around why Dallas would trade a 25-year-old with a borderline Hall of Fame résumé for Anthony Davis — who is injury-prone and a few years removed from […]

What just happened? Between this and all of the explicits words attached to it, these were the types of messages conveyed across the NBA on Saturday night when news broke of the Dallas Mavericks trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. The league as a whole is in shock, but with […]

Jimmy Butler does not appear to be sweating his latest Miami Heat suspension too much. Five games into his third suspension of the season, Butler was seen courtside at the Feb. 1 San Diego State-Wyoming college basketball game. San Diego State hosted the game in the Viejas Arena. Butler was recognized by the CBS Sports […]

As the drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler continues, the star’s agent Bernie Lee had to make clear surrounding the narrative that his client delayed the team flight to Milwaukee which caused the second suspension on Jan. 22. With Butler serving his third suspension this month, the agent would even provide proof via […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat embark on a four-game road trip that starts Saturday night, the team could potentially look different when they come back home to play on Feb. 10. With the drama between the Heat and Jimmy Butler ongoing, the trade deadline on Feb. 6 approaches faster by the day as star […]

Kevin Love has been a steadying presence in Miami, but not just in the way most would expect from a veteran forward. As the Heat navigate a season riddled with internal tension, most notably the ongoing saga surrounding Jimmy Butler, Love has taken on an unexpected role: comedic relief. His Instagram activity has turned into […]

The Memphis Grizzlies reportedly still have a “genuine interest” in acquiring Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, despite previous reports indicating that Butler does not want to play in Memphis. According to NBA insider Brett Siegel, the Grizzlies remain intrigued by the possibility of trading for Butler as the February 6 trade deadline approaches. Memphis has […]

Hall of Fame forward Kevin Garnett delivered a harsh take on Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler’s situation with team president Pat Riley. Amid the Butler and Riley saga and trade speculation, Garnett went on a rant against Butler’s actions that he deems as detrimental to the team and the NBA. Garnett called Butler’s actions unprofessional, […]

The holiday season was largely unkind to the Phoenix Suns, but they are back on track after a successful January slate. The team has won five of its last seven games and is only two and a half games out of sixth place in the conference standings. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker are taking care […]

The New Orleans Pelicans have reportedly emerged as a potential trade suitor for Jimmy Butler, according to NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. With the Miami Heat actively exploring Butler trade scenarios, the Pelicans have entered discussions about a potential swap involving Brandon Ingram. According to The Stein Line, league sources indicate that after […]

With under one week until the NBA trade deadline, a level of unpredictability still exists due to how quickly everything shifts during this time of the year. Not too long ago, Jimmy Butler led the Miami Heat to the NBA Finals. Now, his time with the Heat is coming to an end in the ugliest […]

As Jimmy Butler and De’Aaron Fox headline the two biggest players who are available ahead of the trade deadline, there’s a good chance that they will not be traded for each other, according to The Athletic’s Sam Amick. “As the Kings front office continues to canvass the league for solutions to their uncertain future, with […]

MIAMI – After the Miami Heat lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers disappointingly, 126-106, they now embark on a four-game road trip, looking to get back on track. Though it was a rough outing for the Heat against the Cavaliers, the team has a chance to start anew on the road as Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro, […]

As the Golden State Warriors have been rumored to be back involved in Jimmy Butler trade talks since the Miami Heat’s asking price went down, there seem to be worries among Stephen Curry and head coach Steve Kerr about his fit on the team, according to Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor. “My league sources say Stephen […]

Former NBA All-Star and analyst Gilbert Arenas shared his opinion on the drama surrounding Miami Heat president Pat Riley and his forward Jimmy Butler. As many speculate, the list of teams Riley could trade Butler to, Arenas blasted the stigma surrounding Heat Culture that Hall of Fame-caliber players fueled. This materialized in championships spearheaded by […]

As the Miami Heat are connected to Sacramento Kings star De’Aaron Fox after reports of the guard possibly being moved ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, Bam Adebayo could be a key factor in the decision. The Heat were even favored at one point to acquire Fox with one of the reasons being the […]

MIAMI – One day before Miami Heat star Tyler Herro finds out if he is an All-Star or not, the team loses to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, 126-106. As the standoff between the Heat and Jimmy Butler continues, the team is still finding a way to find some semblance and consistency. Herro would […]

The clock is ticking on a potential trade involving disgruntled Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. The Heat have until Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3:00 PM ET to send the former Marquette Golden Eagles star somewhere via a trade, but there’s just not much clarity on that front at the moment. Moving Butler is going to […]

The Golden State Warriors seem to be back in trade talks so they can improve their team, as Jimmy Butler was once an option they were looking at. After the Miami Heat lowered the asking price for Butler, the Warriors have been rumored to be back in trying to acquire Butler, but they are also […]

Where is Jimmy Butler going to be traded? The Miami Heat are officially on the clock, as they have until Thursday, Feb. 6, at 3:00 PM ET to find the right deal involving Butler. In what has turned out to be the storyline of the 2024-25 NBA season to this point, the Heat have one […]

The Washington Wizards have a Kyle Kuzma dilemma as the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline approaches, but what does that have to do with Jimmy Butler? It’s simple: both the Wizards and Miami Heat can turn their disgruntled veterans into long-term assets if they play their cards right. That’s why Washington reportedly wants to “facilitate” […]

Amid Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler’s indefinite suspension for disorderly conduct, he’s gone viral on social media for his jobless narrative since Miami announced its suspension. Butler jokingly posted a picture of Thomas Mikal Ford, who famously played Tommy in Martin Lawrence’s show and was known for claiming a job no one could confirm. Then, […]

Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler is causing some chaos off the court as his indefinite suspension continues. The All-Star forward, known for his fiery personality, recently shared a humorous yet pointed video on his Instagram story that has fans and analysts buzzing, per SI. In the clip, Butler attempts to make a purchase at his […]

The NBA trade rumors are starting to pick up after the latest news of the Sacramento Kings listening to offers for De’Aaron Fox. The Kings’ star guard will be a free agent next season, but there had been rumblings that he may not sign an extension with the team depending on what direction they’re headed […]

With Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler in trade talks, the one team that has been seen as a dark horse was the Memphis Grizzlies which some see as a good fit. While the Grizzlies were reportedly “lurking” in talks for Butler, the team seems to have cooled off due to continued persistence from the star’s […]

The Milwaukee Bucks continue to be mentioned as a team that could potentially get in the trade mix for suspended Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler. ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel previously reported the possibility of the Bucks being a Butler suitor, and Marc Stein noted earlier this week that rival teams are still wondering if they will […]

While the trade odyssey between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler continues, it will undoubtedly intensify with the Feb. 6 trade deadline looming ahead. The Heat are betting favorites to land Sacramento Kings star De’Aaron Fox, though they are not his preferred destination. Therefore, the team has a new strategy to focus on in terms […]

The Philadelphia 76ers were one of the most talked about teams in the NBA coming into this season after a massive offseason that saw them acquire star forward Paul George. However, things haven’t gone to plan so far this year. A combination of injuries to all three of Philadelphia’s stars combined with a lack of […]

The Miami Heat’s ongoing efforts to move Jimmy Butler have reportedly involved discussions with the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Julius Randle potentially being a key piece in a trade package. According to SNY’s Ian Begley, the Heat remain interested in the Timberwolves’ star forward as part of the trade saga surrounding Butler. Begley noted that Miami […]

No matter where you look, you can’t escape Jimmy Butler’s trade rumors. With the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline approaching, the Miami Heat are pressed for time to make a massive decision on the star’s future, especially after suspending him for the third time this season. Although the Phoenix Suns have been mentioned as the […]

Jimmy Butler’s current tiff with the Miami Heat isn’t the first time he’s had drama with his team. The six-time All-Star also burnt bridges with the Minnesota Timberwolves before getting traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2018. Former Wolves teammate Jeff Teague sounded off about what Butler is going through, via the Club 520 Podcast. […]

NBA insider Brian Windhorst says the Miami Heat are going to trade Jimmy Butler. Windhorst made the comments on the ESPN sports talk show First Take Tuesday morning. "Jimmy Butler's gonna get traded." 😳 @WindhorstESPN says he's "more sure than ever" that the Miami Heat will trade Jimmy Butler and that teams could acquire him […]

MIAMI – The Miami Heat beat the Orlando Magic in a double-overtime thriller led by their main stars Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro as they look to quiet all the noise surrounding the team. On the same day that the Heat suspended Jimmy Butler for an indefinite amount of time, it didn’t stop them from […]

MIAMI – On the day that Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler was suspended indefinitely, the team beat the Orlando Magic in the ultimate rollercoaster in double overtime, 125-119. While the goal for the Heat was to downplay the situation away from the team, there is no doubt the victory will give them major momentum heading […]

The Miami Heat suspended star Jimmy Butler after walking out of Monday’s practice. This prompted a reaction from his agent. Bernard Lee, who has been Butler’s agent since the 2016-17 season, made a comment about the suspension, which will have his client go unpaid during its duration. He referenced a Christmas party gone expensive due […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat indefinitely suspended Jimmy Butler on Monday, head coach Erik Spoelstra would downplay the events surrounding the team as his focus is elsewhere. With the trade deadline looming for the Heat and Butler, Spoelstra is more focused on the team in the locker room. Butler was eligible to play Monday […]