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The Miami Heat could reportedly be willing to trade star forward Jimmy Butler before the Feb. 6 deadline.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
According to NBA insider\u00a0Jake Fischer, there is a “rising belief” around the NBA that Miami would move Butler for “fair value.” Multiple teams also believe that the veteran is “seriously eyeing” new destinations for the first time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The Heat feel confident about potentially finding a trade for Butler, as Fischer noted that there is “no concern” from the organization surrounding Butler leaving without compensation returning to Miami.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The 35-year-old\u00a0wasn’t able\u00a0to agree to a contract extension with the Heat over the summer, putting his long-term future as a member of the team in jeopardy. Butler could hit free agency following the 2024-25 season, as he holds a $52.4 million\u00a0player option for his 2025-26 campaign.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
There is “widespread belief” that he’s determined to decline the player option regardless of a possible trade from the Heat, per Fischer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
HoopsHype’s\u00a0Michael Scotto\u00a0reported on Dec. 2 that there has been “quiet discourse” in league circles surrounding the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks as suitors for Butler.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Sam Amick\u00a0of The Athletic also revealed that the Golden State Warriors expressed interest in the six-time All-Star over the summer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Needless to say, it shouldn’t be difficult for the Heat to find a willing partner if they choose to seriously explore trades involving Butler prior to the deadline.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
He’s in the midst of another efficient season with Miami despite a relatively low scoring total. In 18 starts this year, Butler is averaging 18.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.2 steals per game on 55.0\/36.0\/77.8 shooting splits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n