When word of Jimmy Butler’s plans to become a free agent next July became known in recent weeks, it didn’t take long to mull the ultimate nightmarish scenario for the Heat: What if he simply signs ...

Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler gestures during a game against the Denver Nuggets at Kaseya Center on March 13, 2024, in Miami. (John McCall/South Florida Sun Sentinel/Tribune News Service via Getty ...

The Heat will be taking a risk if it goes past next February’s trade deadline with Jimmy Butler on its roster, in light of Butler’s intentions (at least for now) to opt out next summer and not sign an ...

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 ...