Overview

• Jimmy Butler is expected to play in the Miami Heat's Monday game against the Orlando Magic following a two-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team.
• This marks Butler's second suspension in January, with the latest tied to missing a team flight and other insubordinate behavior.
• The Heat are actively exploring trade options for Butler, who has been vocal about wanting to leave the team since early January.
• Reports suggest the Heat are holding out for a trade package that includes young talent, draft picks, and expiring salaries, but offers so far have fallen short of their expectations.
• Butler, who has a $52 million player option for the 2025-26 season, is reportedly leveraging his contract to influence his trade destination, though he lacks a no-trade clause.