Jimmy Butler Open to Suns as Trade Option

NBA star Jimmy Butler is reportedly open to joining the Phoenix Suns, according to his agent. The move comes as the Miami Heat consider trading Butler, who has expressed a desire for a win-now contender. Despite being a key player on the Heat, Butler’s contract and team performance are under scrutiny.

Butler, 35, is averaging 19 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game this season. A perennial postseason performer, he has led his teams to the playoffs in 12 of his first 13 seasons. However, the Heat’s inability to reach a contract extension last summer left Butler with $49 million on his current deal and a $52 million player option for the 2025-26 season.

The Suns are one of several teams that Butler’s agent has indicated he is open to as a destination. Butler himself has taken a positive tone towards the trade rumors, stating that “there’s such a thing as bad publicity” and embracing the attention.

Source: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/42918413/sources-suns-mavericks-rockets-warriors-butler-trade-list