Jimmy Butler reportedly eyes a move to the Phoenix Suns, seeking a fresh start alongside Kevin Durant and Devin Booker.

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Butler was said to be “caught off guard” by the comments according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. There have been many events that have led to the fractured relationship between Butler and the Heat with the one mentioned by Haynes being when the team questioned the effort level.

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As Jimmy Butler remains suspended from the Miami Heat, NBA TV analyst Dennis Scott cautioned the star about teaming up with Kevin Durant.

“Is it really a change?” questioned KD in regards to Beal’s new role. Durant ‘argues’ that the shooting guard is still getting his required touches, more or less. “You’re [Beal] still playing a lot of minutes, getting his shots up. Last 3 games, I just feel like he’s more comfortable.”

Dating back to the end of last season, Jimmy Butler 's relationship with Pat Riley has been rocky at best. As the All-Star forward awaits a trade, he seems to have taken an indirect shot at the Miami Heat executive.

ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins reports Durant wants the six-time NBA All-Star -- his former teammate on the 2016 USA Olympic gold-medal winning team -- in Phoenix, and that each would sign a contract extension with the Suns if a trade materializes.

The Phoenix Suns have "discussed" sending out their 2031 first-round pick in a potential trade for Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN's

Will the Miami Heat grant Jimmy Butler's trade wish to the Phoenix Suns? NBA pundits weigh in on Suns' targets before the February 6 trade deadline.

Will the Miami Heat grant Jimmy Butler's trade wish to the Phoenix Suns? NBA pundits weigh in on Suns' targets before the February 6 trade deadline.

Butler also said he plans to opt out of the $52.4 million he is owed next season and will not re-sign in Miami.