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Wild Trade Proposal Sees Pacers Land Jimmy Butler For Massive Haul
Jan 17, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) protects the basketball from Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) during the first quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images / Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Jimmy Butler Issues With Heat Stemmed From Lack of Big Trades
Jackson specifically cites the Boston Celtics' trades for center Kristaps Porzingis and guard Jrue Holiday which resulted in an instant title, and the Milwaukee Bucks' deal for All-Star point guard Damian Lillard, moves that Jackson observes were far bolder than the Heat's summer signings of center Thomas Bryant and shooting guard Josh Richardson.
Heat's Erik Spoelstra downplays drama ahead of Jimmy Butler return
As the Miami Heat take on the Denver Nuggets on Friday night, it will mark the return of star Jimmy Butler coming off of his seven-game suspension. As Butler was reportedly to start in his first game back, head coach Erik Spoelstra spoke about the return of the 35-year-old star and made sure to express how he wants to quiet all the drama.
Jimmy Butler returns from suspension in Miami Heat’s loss to Denver Nuggets
Jimmy Butler returned from his seven game suspension in the Miami Heat’s 133-113 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday at the Kaseya Center.
Jimmy Butler to Start for Heat vs. Nuggets Friday As Seven-Game Suspension Ends
After seven games away from his team, Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler appears ready to return. Butler will start for the Heat Friday against the Denver Nuggets, according to a Friday afternoon report from veteran NBA insider Chris Haynes.
Heat's Jimmy Butler available vs. Nuggets
As the Miami Heat completed a six-game road trip on the West Coast, it was all played without star Jimmy Butler serving a seven-game suspension. Now that Butler is off the injury report for a “team suspension,” there are still questions if he will truly play Friday night as the Heat host the Denver Nuggets.
Jimmy Butler scores 18 in Heat's 130–110 loss to Nuggets, returning after 7-game suspension
Jimmy Butler will rejoin the Miami Heat for Friday night's matchup with the Denver Nuggets with the end of his seven-game suspension. He's expected to be in the Heat's starting lineup, reports Chris Haynes.
Jimmy Butler back with Heat after suspension, but nothing has really changed: ‘We are where we are’
Jimmy Butler is back with the Miami Heat after his suspension, but nothing has really changed. Butler still wants the Heat to trade him and the Heat will continue to try to fulfill that request ahead of the NBA’s Feb.
NBA News: Heat’s Erik Spoelstra reveals huge expectations for Jimmy Butler’s return
Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra discussed the team's expectations for Jimmy Butler's performance following his return to the NBA after serving his suspension. Miami Heat are navigating a turbulent stretch as franchise drama continues to cast a shadow over their season.
Heat’s Erik Spoelstra has biggest Jimmy Butler request after suspension return
Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler made his return in Friday night’s loss to the Denver Nuggets as the basketball world has been eager to watch what the disgruntled forward would do. Butler had been coming
Pacers Notes: Trade Rumors Flying, Jimmy Butler Proposal, Indiana in Lead For Star
Here's a look at all the recent news surrounding the Indiana Pacers, including a bevy of trade rumors, proposals, and ...
Jimmy Butler channels Michael Jordan in return from Heat suspension: ‘I’m back’
Bernie Lee, Butler’s agent, posted a press release on X akin to Michael Jordan’s famous “I’m back” statement, which ended his ...
Butler not on Heat injury report, suggesting he’s expected to play Friday
Jimmy Butler is expected to play for Miami again Friday when it hosts the Denver Nuggets, a game that would be his first ...
Trade rumor rankings: Jimmy Butler, Jusuf Nurkic and more
HoopsHype ranks the five players who have appeared most often in trade rumors over the previous week, including Jimmy Butler.
Jimmy Butler returns to Heat after 7-game suspension but offers ‘no comment’ on ongoing tension
Though Butler is returning to the court as his team-issued seven-game suspension ends, his dispute with the Heat remains far ...