Jimmy Butler wants to get paid. No surprise there — NBA stars like Butler know their worth. But when that kind of star feels underappreciated, the whispers of dissatisfaction start swirling.
And right now, league chatter says the Miami Heat aren’t quite ready to shell out the extension Butler’s camp is angling for. Here’s the situation: Butler is 35 years old, already making $48.8 million this season, with a $52.
4 million player option next year. Rumor has it, he’s declining that option and looking for a long-term deal. The Heat? Well, they’re probably not offering the years or dollars Butler envisions.
So, what’s next? A wandering eye. The Rumored Wish List: Mavericks, Warriors, Suns, Rockets According to NBA insider Shams Charania of ESPN , Butler has his sights on a few teams: the Mavericks, Rockets, Warriors, and Suns. Butler’s agent, Bernie Lee, called the rumors “utter made-up bulls***,” but let’s face it—smoke doesn’t appear without a little fire.
Butler’s future has been a hot topic since he didn’t sign an extension this past NBA offseason. Add Miami’s rocky start to the season, and it’s clear why this chatter won’t go away. Breaking Down the Fits Mavericks: Luka Doncic , Kyrie Irving , and Butler? Sure, that sounds terrifying, but also combustible.
There’s only one basketball, and adding Butler would require a massive consolidation trade. Giving up rotation players for an aging star seems like a stretch. Warriors: Now this is int.
