Overview

• Jimmy Butler will not seek a trade or sign an extension this offseason, aiming for free agency in 2025.
• Butler's decision follows the Miami Heat's hesitance to offer a new contract extension.
• Bam Adebayo agrees to a three-year, $166 million extension, keeping him with the Heat through the 2028-29 season.
• Adebayo's extension solidifies his role as a cornerstone of the team, alongside Butler.
• The Heat's strategy focuses on balancing long-term commitments with financial flexibility.