A contract dispute led to a turbulent exit, marked by a trade request. The Timberwolves faltered after Butler's departure, but drafted Anthony Edwards. As far as stories about an NBA player forcing their way out of an organization go,

Why would Jimmy Butler be interested in playing out the twilight of his career on the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets? You just have to follow the money.

The Warriors are very much interested in Heat All-Star Jimmy Butler, the Knicks add an impact bench cog, and the 76ers could target a Clippers role player.

" Jimmy Butler’s interest in the Brooklyn Nets is very, very real. Part of it is New York, part of it is that Bernie Lee — who is Ben Simmons' agent, is very happy with how his client has been dealt with by the Nets.”

Golden State is looking to add another aging future Hall of Famer in the hopes of reopening its championship window.

Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes proposed a trade in which the Heat would get a pretty big package in return for Jimmy Butler. The post Proposed Trade Sends Heat Former No. 2 Pick in Haul for Jimmy Butler appeared first on Heavy.

Where can the Golden State Warriors pivot after these Jimmy Butler trade rumors turn out to be nothing but hot air?

That means Miami could ultimately move the six-time All-Star prior to the trade deadline, particularly if the Heat are clearly not contending. If that ends being the case, the Cav