Jimmy Butler trade scenarios: Warriors? Suns? Which landing spots make the most sense?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler trade scenarios: Warriors? Suns? Which landing spots make the most sense?

New York Times  

As trade rumors have swirled over the last month, Jimmy Butler’s play has been a roller coaster. The Most Sense: Golden State Warriors Three-team trade • Heat acquire Bruce Brown Jr. from Raptors; Dennis Schröder, Gary Payton II, one first-round pick and one second-round pick from Warriors • Raptors acquire Andrew Wiggins and Gui Santos from Warriors • Warriors acquire Jimmy Butler from Heat In my opinion, the Warriors continue to be the team rumored to be in the mix for Butler that makes the most sense. GO DEEPER Why Warriors aren’t likely to pursue Jimmy Butler before NBA trade deadline The Big Swing: Houston Rockets Three-team trade • Heat acquire Bojan Bogdanović, De’Anthony Melton, Ziaire Williams, first-round pick and second-round pick from Nets; Jeff Green, first-round pick and second-round pick from Rockets • Rockets acquire Jimmy Butler and Josh Richardson from Heat; Keon Johnson from Nets • Nets acquire Jalen Green, Jock Landale, Jae’Sean Tate and Aaron Holiday from Rockets I want to say upfront: I don’t think the Rockets will make a move for Butler. Jackson and first-round pick from Grizzlies • Pistons acquire Marcus Smart from Grizzlies • Grizzlies acquire Jimmy Butler and Alec Burks from Heat The Grizzlies are my favorite wild-card Butler team now that Butler has seemingly made it clear he’ll play anywhere other than Miami. Here’s another reason a deal like this makes sense: By removing the $36 million owed next season to Clarke, Smart and Jackson from the books, the Grizzlies could position themselves with cap space if Butler decided to depart or if they decided to let him walk.

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Jimmy Butler returns to Miami in Warriors-Heat showdown
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2 days, 8 hours ago

Jimmy Butler returns to Miami in Warriors-Heat showdown

Hindustan Times  

Jimmy Butler is not thinking about the Miami Heat. HT Image Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said he isn't thinking about Butler, either. "We've been so engulfed in our situation that if I said I haven't noticed the schedule, everyone would roll their eyes," Spoelstra said when asked about Butler. Butler essentially agrees with Spoelstra on their time together, saying: "We …

Jimmy Butler joins the Warriors, says he has love for the Heat and is ready for another title shot
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler joins the Warriors, says he has love for the Heat and is ready for another title shot

Associated Press  

Moments before Jimmy Butler was handed a Golden State Warriors jersey for the first time, he made clear what his motivation is going forward. I do want to win ‘it’ — it being a championship.” The Warriors gave up a lot for Butler — Andrew Wiggins and $113 million over the next two seasons atop that list — but have …

Butler headed to the Warriors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Butler headed to the Warriors

China Daily  

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler, pictured during an NBA game against the San Antonio Spurs on Jan 19 in Miami, is reported to have been traded to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson and a protected first-round pick in a multi-team deal. The Heat and the Golden State Warriors have agreed on a deal that …

Butler headed to the Warriors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Butler headed to the Warriors

China Daily  

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler, pictured during an NBA game against the San Antonio Spurs on Jan 19 in Miami, is reported to have been traded to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson and a protected first-round pick in a multi-team deal. The Heat and the Golden State Warriors have agreed on a deal that …

Miami’s Jimmy Butler traded to Golden State Warriors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Miami’s Jimmy Butler traded to Golden State Warriors

Al Jazeera  

The trade of Butler ends a two-month standoff between the disgruntled six-time All-Star forward and the Miami Heat. The saga of star forward Jimmy Butler’s falling out with the Miami Heat has ended with his trade to the Golden State Warriors before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. ESPN and The Athletic reported on Wednesday that the Heat were finalizing a deal …

The Sports Report: Lakers make another big trade
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Sports Report: Lakers make another big trade

LA Times  

Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Continue reading here UCLA box score Big Ten standings AP top 25 rankings USC BASKETBALL Kiki Iriafen scored 15 points to lead a balanced attack as No. Continue reading here USC box score Big Ten standings AP top 25 rankings DODGERS From Jack Harris: For the first of what’s certain to be many times, …

Why the Warriors decided to trade for Jimmy Butler: ‘He win? I win? That’s the fit’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why the Warriors decided to trade for Jimmy Butler: ‘He win? I win? That’s the fit’

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. SALT LAKE CITY — At some point in the last several days, Stephen Curry had a conversation with Kevin Durant that convinced him a reunion was extremely unlikely, no matter how much the Golden State Warriors ownership group and front office collectively “underestimated” Durant’s coldness toward a return, as …

Warriors’ trade for Jimmy Butler is a match made in mutual desperation
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Warriors’ trade for Jimmy Butler is a match made in mutual desperation

New York Times  

Maybe this is fate. The Warriors gave up their best perimeter defender Andrew Wiggins in exchange for a significantly worse 3-point shooter in Wednesday’s trade. Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler aren’t ready to put the glory days behind them. That's the fit' Butler’s new $121 million extension aligns his contract with Curry’s. Maybe the intensity of Butler changes the vibe …

Every deal made during a monumental 2025 NBA trade season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Every deal made during a monumental 2025 NBA trade season

New York Times  

The NBA trade deadline has finally passed, and what a trade season it was. Here’s a list of every trade made this season, from the massive to the mundane: The big, big one LAKERS GET: Luka Dončić, Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris Luka Dončić, Maxi Kleber, Markieff Morris MAVERICKS GET: Anthony Davis, Max Christie, 2029 first-round pick Anthony Davis, Max Christie, …

With Jimmy Butler gone, 5 ways the Heat can develop their long-term identity
1 month, 3 weeks ago

With Jimmy Butler gone, 5 ways the Heat can develop their long-term identity

New York Times  

It took months of team tension, rescinded trade stances and several suspensions, but the Miami Heat have officially started their post-Jimmy Butler era. Wednesday night saw the team officialize a deal to send Butler to the Golden State Warriors, who will send Andrew Wiggins to South Beach, where he’ll play alongside newly minted All-Star guard Tyler Herro, five-time All-Defensive selection …

Heat trade Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors, AP source says
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Heat trade Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors, AP source says

LA Times  

The Miami Heat have honored Jimmy Butler’s trade request, sending the embattled star to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. The Heat and the Golden State Warriors have agreed on a deal that sends Butler to the Bay Area, a person with knowledge of the talks said Wednesday. “That bag’s kinda really big.” Mark down March 25: Golden State at …

Miami Heat to trade star Jimmy Butler to Golden State Warriors, per reports
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Miami Heat to trade star Jimmy Butler to Golden State Warriors, per reports

CNN  

CNN — Jimmy Butler is leaving South Beach for the Bay Area, according to the Associated Press. The Miami Heat are reportedly finalizing a deal Wednesday night that would send the six-time All-Star forward to the Golden State Warriors. After the reports, Butler posted on X, a song with the lyrics “Welcome to the Wild Wild West, where the dogs …

Jimmy Butler traded to Warriors, agrees to extension: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler traded to Warriors, agrees to extension: Sources

New York Times  

By Anthony Slater, Joe Vardon, James Jackson, Marcus Thompson and Sam Amick Jimmy Butler is leaving Miami as he hoped, just not for his preferred destination. It was a whirlwind day for all parties that began with the Warriors chasing Suns superstar Kevin Durant through a complex proposed trade that would’ve brought Butler to Phoenix. The Suns’ asking price in …

Jimmy Butler trade grades: Saga finally ends with multi-team deal involving Warriors
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler trade grades: Saga finally ends with multi-team deal involving Warriors

New York Times  

The great Jimmy Butler saga of 2025 appears to be done … we think. GO DEEPER Heat Today: Dwyane Wade on Jimmy Butler-Miami relationship: It’s ending tragically We’ve been wondering if Butler could find his way to the Phoenix Suns for weeks now. Warriors acquire Jimmy Butler This is a big gamble for the Warriors, and it’s a gamble with …

Who says no? Evaluating your Southwest Division trade proposals
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who says no? Evaluating your Southwest Division trade proposals

New York Times  

So much for the NBA being boring. I do think that San Antonio’s front office would give pause to potentially paying Ingram nearly $50 million annually in an extension, and I’m not sure if the Spurs can envision a locker room where Ingram is the highest-paid player of a hypothetical big three. San Antonio would still have enough flexibility to …

Warriors trade intel: Latest on their pursuit of Jimmy Butler, Kevin Durant
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Warriors trade intel: Latest on their pursuit of Jimmy Butler, Kevin Durant

New York Times  

Two large pieces of NBA trade business were conducted over the weekend, involving five teams and four marquee names — Luka Dončić, Anthony Davis, De’Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine — changing locations. Not long after, ESPN’s plugged-in Brian Windhorst reported that “Butler has communicated to the Warriors that he’s unwilling to sign an extension there and therefore trade talks to …

Warriors? Bucks? Sixers? Suns? Analyzing possible Jimmy Butler trade destinations
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Warriors? Bucks? Sixers? Suns? Analyzing possible Jimmy Butler trade destinations

New York Times  

A theme has emerged as the Jimmy Butler saga nears its first and maybe final landmark: The NBA is proceeding with caution. Then again, there’s an argument to be made that Butler might embrace the chance to help save this storied team while setting himself up for one last payday at the end of next season. So, if the Suns …

The NBA trade deadline is coming, with Butler and Fox perhaps available for teams looking to deal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The NBA trade deadline is coming, with Butler and Fox perhaps available for teams looking to deal

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler remains part of the Miami Heat, for now. “We don’t have enough to separate ourselves from the rest of the West,” Kerr said Friday before Golden State played Phoenix. It’s super weird.” The Heat left Miami for a four-game road trip on Friday that won’t bring them back home until after the trade deadline. “But these …

With Jimmy Butler, Heat can afford to be patient in resolving the star’s trade saga
2 months, 2 weeks ago

With Jimmy Butler, Heat can afford to be patient in resolving the star’s trade saga

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — If the pregame tunes outside the visitor’s locker room at Chase Center on Tuesday night were any indication, then the Miami Heat’s spirit remains intact amid the Jimmy Butler drama that has fast become the talk of the NBA. On Tuesday night, after Miami beat the Warriors so badly that Golden State might want to rethink its …

Heat and Suns dealing with hangovers, but they aren’t alone; scouting Illinois’ Kasparas Jakučionis
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Heat and Suns dealing with hangovers, but they aren’t alone; scouting Illinois’ Kasparas Jakučionis

New York Times  

Happy New Year, everyone, and what a joyous time it is. As the Heat, one of the league’s proudest and most successful organizations, trade barbs with Jimmy Butler, they also are foundering. Between apron restrictions, Butler’s age and a looming player option, it’s difficult to find a single team that would willingly sign off on the type of deal — …

Miami Heat Suspends Jimmy Butler For 7 Games And Will Seek To Trade Him
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Miami Heat Suspends Jimmy Butler For 7 Games And Will Seek To Trade Him

Huff Post  

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler stands on the court during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the New Orleans Pelicans, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in Miami. via Associated Press MIAMI — Jimmy Butler was Miami’s best player for five years, the leader of a team that went to the NBA Finals twice in his tenure. One day …

Miami Heat reveals shocking Jimmy Butler decision after NBA All-Star's bombshell trade comments
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Miami Heat reveals shocking Jimmy Butler decision after NBA All-Star's bombshell trade comments

Daily Mail  

The Miami Heat have suspended Jimmy Butler for seven games for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team during the season with it ramping up in recent weeks, the team announced. Eight days ago, Heat President Pat Riley said the team will not trade Butler by the deadline. The Miami Heat have suspended Jimmy Butler for seven games after …

Heat suspend Jimmy Butler for 7 games and will seek to trade him
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Heat suspend Jimmy Butler for 7 games and will seek to trade him

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler was Miami’s best player for five years, the leader of a team that went to the NBA Finals twice in his tenure. One day after Butler said that he doesn’t think he can find on-court joy in Miami going forward, the Heat suspended him for seven games and said they will listen to trade offers — …

Why Warriors aren’t likely to pursue Jimmy Butler before NBA trade deadline
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Warriors aren’t likely to pursue Jimmy Butler before NBA trade deadline

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Miami cited “multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team,” adding that they’re finally willing to “listen to offers” after Butler formally asked for a trade, generating another wave of speculation the Warriors would emerge as the most desperate, likely suitor. Butler’s history and reputation is as a premium …

Miami Heat suspend Jimmy Butler for seven games and will seek to trade him
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Miami Heat suspend Jimmy Butler for seven games and will seek to trade him

LA Times  

The Miami Heat suspended Jimmy Butler seven games for “conduct detrimental to the team” on Friday. The Miami Heat suspended Jimmy Butler for seven games on Friday and said they will seek to trade him. The Heat said the suspension was for “conduct detrimental to the team over the course of the season and particularly the last several weeks.” “Through …

Jimmy Butler indicates he wants a trade away from the Miami Heat
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler indicates he wants a trade away from the Miami Heat

CNN  

CNN — Jimmy Butler has indicated that he would like to be traded by the Miami Heat, telling a press conference: “I want to get my joy back.” Speaking after the Heat’s 128-115 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday night, the six-time NBA All-Star was asked whether he will be able to find that joy in Miami. Following the …

Jimmy Butler tells Miami Heat he wants to be traded: Source
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler tells Miami Heat he wants to be traded: Source

New York Times  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler has informed the Miami Heat of his desire to be traded before the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline, a league source confirmed to The Athletic. Given that team president Pat Riley recently announced that the Heat “will not trade” Butler, the question now is whether the longtime executive will relent in light of Butler’s request. ESPN …

As Jimmy Butler-Heat trade saga intensifies, here are 4 key questions to ponder
2 months, 3 weeks ago

As Jimmy Butler-Heat trade saga intensifies, here are 4 key questions to ponder

New York Times  

It’s possible Portland Trail Blazers general manager Joe Cronin ruined the Miami Heat’s era with Jimmy Butler, because of Damian Lillard’s unwillingness to get messy in his trade demands. Trade rumors have been ramping up since the summer, but Butler started to get real messy after Thursday’s loss to the Indiana Pacers. Shortly after Thursday’s news conference, reports came out …

Jimmy Butler and the Heat need to work together for now, with or without a trade
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler and the Heat need to work together for now, with or without a trade

New York Times  

Although the trade chatter around Jimmy Butler was reignited after his candid media availability on Tuesday, one couldn’t tell as he returned to the Miami Heat on Wednesday after his five-game absence. In the week since team president Pat Riley announced via a team statement Miami has no intentions of trading Butler, the Heat remain steadfast in not discussing their …

Jimmy Butler is planning to play Wednesday for the Heat, but his future remains unsettled
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler is planning to play Wednesday for the Heat, but his future remains unsettled

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler plans to play for the Miami Heat on Wednesday. The good news for the Heat: Butler declared himself healthy again after what he described as a fairly severe illness for more than a week and said he will return to the lineup when Miami hosts New Orleans on New Year’s Night. Remember that.” His return to …

From Jimmy Butler chatter to trusting Tyler Herro: 5 New Year’s resolutions for Heat
2 months, 3 weeks ago

From Jimmy Butler chatter to trusting Tyler Herro: 5 New Year’s resolutions for Heat

New York Times  

The new year is always an opportunity to shed middling habits and grow into new ones. Trade rumors, close losses and fractured rotations have been common themes for the Heat this season — and Jimmy Butler chatter won’t fully cease until the NBA’s Feb. 6 trade deadline passes. Miami’s pace with Ware is far higher than when he sits, which …

Heat say Jimmy Butler will miss 2 more games before rejoining team next week
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Heat say Jimmy Butler will miss 2 more games before rejoining team next week

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler will not play in the final two games of Miami’s ongoing road trip while recovering from illness, the team said Friday. Butler hasn’t played since the first quarter of Miami’s Dec. 20 game against Oklahoma City, when he twisted an ankle, left the game and then was ruled out because of illness. Miami has played three …

Pat Riley says the Miami Heat will not trade Jimmy Butler
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3 months ago

Pat Riley says the Miami Heat will not trade Jimmy Butler

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — If Jimmy Butler wants a trade, the Miami Heat have no plans to make him happy. Heat President Pat Riley — in a rare move — spoke out to address rumors Thursday, saying the team has no plans to trade Butler. “You have to compartmentalize in this business,” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said Thursday at the team’s …

Jimmy Butler: Miami Heat president defiant on star’s future
3 months ago

Jimmy Butler: Miami Heat president defiant on star’s future

CNN  

CNN — Miami Heat president Pat Riley has issued a defiant update on Jimmy Butler’s future at the franchise amid trade talk rumors. “Therefore, we will make it clear – We are not trading Jimmy Butler.” ESPN’s Shams Charania said Wednesday that Butler “prefers” a trade away from the Heat – something the Miami star’s camp had previously denied. Michael …

Heat list Jimmy Butler as doubtful for Thursday as speculation about his future intensifies
3 months ago

Heat list Jimmy Butler as doubtful for Thursday as speculation about his future intensifies

Associated Press  

MIAMI — The Miami Heat are listing Jimmy Butler as doubtful for their game Thursday at Orlando, saying he needs time to recondition before returning to the lineup. It is the latest twist in a long-running saga involving Butler’s future with the Heat, one that began picking up steam back in May when Heat president Pat Riley was noncommittal about …

Jimmy Butler trade rumors swirl, but Heat history with star exits signals waiting game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler trade rumors swirl, but Heat history with star exits signals waiting game

New York Times  

The Miami Heat are in a familiar spot even if they’re not entertaining external chatter. In Butler’s case, his potential departure from the Heat doesn’t appear imminent, and Miami remains locked in on climbing the East standings. And, with the league’s trade deadline still two months away, talk about Buter’s future — whether due to his value, contract decision or …

Jimmy Butler to play out existing Heat contract, won’t sign extension with any team: Sources
9 months ago

Jimmy Butler to play out existing Heat contract, won’t sign extension with any team: Sources

New York Times  

Six-time NBA All-Star Jimmy Butler decided he would play out next season on his existing contract with the Miami Heat and will not sign an extension with them or any other team ahead of his opt-out clause in 2025, league sources briefed on the matter told The Athletic. After averaging 20.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 5.0 assists for the Heat …

Jimmy Butler says he’s ‘working,’ but there’s no timetable for his return to the Heat
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jimmy Butler says he’s ‘working,’ but there’s no timetable for his return to the Heat

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Jimmy Butler says he wants to play in the NBA playoffs, though there’s no timetable for his return from a sprained MCL. The Miami Heat forward spoke to TNT during a first-quarter stoppage of his team’s Eastern Conference first-round game against the Boston Celtics on Saturday night, as he watched from the team’s bench area. “I don’t know …

NBA trades, storylines and who’ll make the finals? Experts examine the midseason state of play
1 year, 2 months ago

NBA trades, storylines and who’ll make the finals? Experts examine the midseason state of play

New York Times  

The NBA’s 2023-24 season is about to hit its halfway point, and it’s time for Part II of The Athletic’s midseason review, along with predictions for the future. Kelly Iko: I think Tuesday’s slate of games — the highly anticipated Joel Embiid/Nikola Jokić matchup, a thrilling Kevin Durant-led fourth-quarter comeback win for the Suns and a wire-to-wire Thunder/Clippers tilt featuring …

Pistons trade scenarios: How can Detroit bolster its roster without giving up too much?
1 year, 2 months ago

Pistons trade scenarios: How can Detroit bolster its roster without giving up too much?

New York Times  

As the NBA’s Feb. 8 trade deadline inches closer and closer, one has to assume the Detroit Pistons are moving closer to striking a deal. Here’s what a proposed trade could look like: Pistons receive: Royce O’Neale Nets receive: Marvin Bagley III and a 2027 second-round pick Again, these possible targets aren’t supposed to be the sexiest names. Here’s what …

Malcolm Brogdon trade proposals means the Blazers have options — including standing pat
1 year, 5 months ago

Malcolm Brogdon trade proposals means the Blazers have options — including standing pat

New York Times  

The Portland Trail Blazers were rewarded for valuing Jrue Holiday as an asset in the Damian Lillard trade, as they subsequently moved Holiday to the Boston Celtics for Malcolm Brogdon, Robert Williams III and two first-round picks. Brogdon, last season’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year, does not hold as much value on a rebuilding roster as he would elsewhere. …

NBA offseason rankings, revisited: Damian Lillard trade catapults Bucks into Top 5
1 year, 5 months ago

NBA offseason rankings, revisited: Damian Lillard trade catapults Bucks into Top 5

New York Times  

Update: Jrue Holiday was traded to the Boston Celtics on Oct. 1. San Antonio Now let’s explore the teams most impacted by the Lillard trade: 2022-23 record: 58-24; lost in first round Added: G Damian Lillard ; G Malik Beasley ; C Robin Lopez ; Andre Jackson Jr. ; F Chris Livingston ; C Drew Timme ; G TyTy Washington …

NBA playoffs 2023 predictions: Anonymous scout, coach, exec pick Celtics-76ers, Warriors-Lakers winners
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA playoffs 2023 predictions: Anonymous scout, coach, exec pick Celtics-76ers, Warriors-Lakers winners

New York Times  

It’s almost ridiculous how much star power will collide when the Celtics face the 76ers and the Warriors oppose the Lakers in the NBA playoffs second round. 2 Boston Celtics Scout’s outlook: “Obviously, Embiid’s health is going to be critical and may be decisive. And Derrick White and his emergence has been a real factor for them too.” Scout’s pick: …

Jimmy Butler, Michael Jordan and Trae Young: The Southeast Division’s biggest storylines
1 year, 11 months ago

Jimmy Butler, Michael Jordan and Trae Young: The Southeast Division’s biggest storylines

New York Times  

— Written by David Aldridge, Kelsey Russo and Josh Robbins In the NBA’s Southeast Division, most of the teams have failed to meet expectations. To analyze the division’s season, The Athletic has assembled three of its staffers for a roundtable discussion: senior columnist David Aldridge; Washington Wizards beat writer Josh Robbins; and Cleveland Cavaliers beat writer Kelsey Russo. Aldridge: I …

Bucks make more moves, trade for Grizzlies guard Grayson Allen
3 years, 7 months ago

Bucks make more moves, trade for Grizzlies guard Grayson Allen

New York Times  

On Friday, the Bucks agreed to a trade to send Sam Merrill and two future second-round picks to the Memphis Grizzlies for guard Grayson Allen, a league source confirmed to The Athletic. If Donte DiVincenzo misses games at the start of the season, Allen can help fill those minutes and possibly even start if Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer would prefer …

Celtics, Hawks, Kings, Mavericks trade discussion: What the Tristan Thompson and Josh Richardson trades were about
3 years, 7 months ago

Celtics, Hawks, Kings, Mavericks trade discussion: What the Tristan Thompson and Josh Richardson trades were about

New York Times  

Two separate transactions occurred on Friday between the Celtics, Hawks, Kings and Mavericks. Within the three-team deal, they got off of Thompson’s $9.7 million, Brown’s $1.7 million and added back just $5 million for Dunn and $1.8 million for Fernando. Partnow: They could also just stretch Fernando’s cap hit over the next three years to save an extra $1.1 million …

NBA Finals: Heat adapting after injury-plagued Game 1 loss to Lakers
4 years, 5 months ago

NBA Finals: Heat adapting after injury-plagued Game 1 loss to Lakers

The Hindu  

Miami Heat players insisted their team can bounce back from a tough loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, despite injuries that sidelined two of their top playmakers during Wednesday's 116-98 defeat. All in all, though, we're still expected to win,” said All-Star forward Jimmy Butler, who also rolled his ankle but managed to …

NBA Rundown Week 7: Miami Heat make waves in the East; Cavaliers put Kevin Love up for trade and more
5 years, 3 months ago

NBA Rundown Week 7: Miami Heat make waves in the East; Cavaliers put Kevin Love up for trade and more

Firstpost  

Bits and bobs from another week gone by in the NBA. But Herro could also prove to be the talisman for the Miami Heat this season, if Sunday night’s game was anything to go by. His confidence and his ‘big shot’ are also reinforcing the faith Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and the team’s superstar Butler have in him. The Heat …

NBA Beat Writer Outlooks: A drama-free Jimmy Butler is the best-case scenario for the Heat
5 years, 5 months ago

NBA Beat Writer Outlooks: A drama-free Jimmy Butler is the best-case scenario for the Heat

New York Times  

Miami Heat guard Jimmy Butler has refused to look back since he was traded from Philadelphia in July. I’m a player for the Miami Heat, so that’s what I’m locked in on.” Butler has said all the right things the past three weeks. Butler is paired with three rising NBA lottery picks — Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo and Justise Winslow …

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