If the Miami Heat desire strictly win-now pieces in return for star Jimmy Butler, a three-team deal is their best option. This way, the Heat trade Butler to a contender, which sends young players and draft assets to a third team while Miami receives competitive pieces from that third team in return.

Jimmy Butler's candid remarks reignited rumors about his future in Miami, but both parties must work together no matter what

According to multiple sources, Butler has grown disenchanted for several reasons, primarily the Heat’s reluctance to give him a max extension through the 2026-27 season. Barring a change of heart, he now is intending to become a free agent next summer instead of exercising his $52.8 million player option for 2025-26.

After studying the CBA and using the Spotrac trade machine, here is what a deal between the two sides could look like: Grizzlies receive: Jimmy Butler. Heat receive: Demond Bane,

As trade rumors continue to swirl around Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, the forward responded Tuesday with “that’s a good question” when asked by reporters whether he wants to stay in Miami.

We have a month and change to see if the Miami Heat will stick to their guts and keep Jimmy Butler, or if the team will trade the All-Star forward. Former Heat guard Carlos Arroyo knows where he stands.

A three-team trade idea would move Jimmy Butler out of Miami, Zach LaVine out of Chicago, and Michael Porter Jr. out of Denver.