Depending on how you process any recent Heat news, that latter point feels correct, given some of Butler’s relationships with players on Miami’s roster. That is especially true of younger contributors who have grown to see Butler as a mentor no matter his team-related drama or level of candor.

Despite the noise surrounding the team, particularly Jimmy Butler's off-court drama, the Heat showed resilience in a pressure-packed moment, proving why they remain a force in the

That’s because the Spurs — reportedly Fox’s preferred trade destination — currently have nine tradeable first-round picks that they can include in a deal to the Heat’s one tradeable first-round selection. San Antonio also has young talent such as Keldon Johnson, Devin Vassell and others who it can add to any trade package for Fox.

Butler is set to return Friday against the Nuggets after serving a seven-game suspension from the Heat for conduct detrimental to the team.

As the Miami Heat are connected to Sacramento Kings star De'Aaron Fox after reports of the guard possibly being moved ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, Bam Adebayo could be a key factor in the decision. The Heat were even favored at one point to acquire Fox with one of the reasons being the connection between himself and Fox.

Considering the Jimmy Butler situation is one that has even caught some NBA veterans off guard, Heat captain Bam Adebayo was asked about how the situation is playing out with the team younger

Butler was informed at shootaround that he would come off the bench behind Haywood Highsmith in this game, which prompted Butler to walk out of shootaround. From there, the Heat suspended Butler “indefinitely,” a story broken by Shams Charania of The Athletic and since confirmed by the team.

De'Aaron Fox is the new name on the market after sending signals he doesn't want to commit long-term to the Kings. Meanwhile, Jimmy Butler remains suspended as the Heat decide his future.

Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo revealed that a rookie will make his presence felt during games with his physical style of play, saying, “You’re going to know who he is.”

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night, 126-106, it was a disappointing showing for the starting frontcourt of Bam Adebayo and rookie Kel'el Ware. Though the Heat duo of Adebayo and Ware brought life to the team recently, Erik Spoelstra gave a blunt message to the unit coming off the loss.

More teams are getting into the Jimmy Butler trade mix following his latest suspension. The Miami Heat have reportedly lowered their price after the third of B