Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat is linked to be a trade prospect for the Golden State Warriors in the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline. According to multiple reports, Butler is being pursued by the Warriors and the Phoenix Suns.

Many fans and pundits feel the Jimmy Butler saga is directly related to his relationship with team president Pat Riley. One former NBA player, however, feels Butler's real beef is with coach Erik Spoelstra.

Butler apparently walked out of shootaround Monday morning after learning the team wasn't going to start him in their game against the Orlando Magic, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Haywood Highsmith will start in his place. Butler was set to return to the team Monday after serving a two-game suspension.

The Miami Heat are reportedly expected to play without star Jimmy Butler for a few more games. Butler, who was set to return from a two-game suspension, was re

Butler was informed at shootaround that he would come off the bench behind Haywood Highsmith in this game, which prompted Butler to walk out of shootaround. From there, the Heat suspended Butler “indefinitely,” a story broken by Shams Charania of The Athletic and since confirmed by the team.

Julius Randle could be a target for the Miami Heat as they continue to explore trade destinations for Jimmy Butler.

Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat's beef continued on Monday, but the disgruntled star made light of the situation on social media. The Heat announced

The Miami Heat have suspended NBA star Jimmy Butler indefinitely without pay, citing Butler’s “detrimental conduct” in the wake of his recent trade demand. On Monday (Jan. 27), the Heat announced he will be away from the team for a minimum of five games.

Per source, Phoenix has remained the most aggressive Jimmy Butler suitor. There isn’t a lot out there for Heat, which is steadfast against taking Beal contract. Per

My league sources say Stephen Curry specifically has concerns about Jimmy Butler’s fit in the Warriors locker room. Steve Kerr shares those feelings. Golden State’s indecision about

The Miami Heat forward was suspended indefinitely by the team on Monday, the latest in a saga that began with a trade request.