Miami Heat not feeling urgency to trade Jimmy Butler before deadline

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The Miami Heat are not feeling urgent to trade Jimmy Butler, who can opt out of his $52.4 million contract for the 2025-26 season. The team is open to trade offers but is confident in their current position. Butler, a six-time All-Star, is averaging 19.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game. He has reportedly expressed interest in being traded to the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, or Phoenix Suns. Despite trade rumors, the Heat are performing well, currently holding a 13-11 record. They recently lost to the Detroit Pistons in overtime, but Butler had a standout game with 35 points and 19 rebounds.


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