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Dan Le Batard & Co. look back at how Jimmy Butler's time in Miami ended and how Pat Riley's attempts at connecting with him fell flat, exploring a larger conversation about what players owe organizations.
Throughout the course of his career, Jimmy Butler has burned bridges all over the NBA. As good a player and as big a competitor as he is, he’s likely made teams regret acquiring him at one point. And just when it seemed like that wasn’t going to be the case in Miami,
The Jimmy Butler trade saga came to a blissful end on Feb. 6, when it was announced that the forward would be heading to the Golden State Warriors to assist Steph Curry. In the weeks leading up to the decision,
"This was the first moment where I had an inkling that LeBron may not be back," said Wade. "One thing you don't do is f--- with LeBron cookies. No, no, no, no, this is serious. Li
This season has been a whirlwind for NBA veteran Jimmy Butler and we are only just now discovering the details of his latest scandal. According to WPLG Miami news, the Warriors veteran is facing legal action after allegedly trashing a luxury Miami beach home he rented for two months.
Jimmy Butler has been outspoken about how much he enjoys playing with and being part of the Warriors' organization, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Butler has been the emotional leader for almost every team he has been on, despite having issues interacting with coaches and front office members.
Jimmy Butler had made it clear that he wouldn't retire and wanted to end his career with the Miami Heat. Fast forward to the present day, and Jimmy Butler is now playing in Golden State and aiming to get the first ring of his career.
But if you are saying that this roster lacks championship-level talent, I’m not sure Pat Riley would or could disagree. This team very much is stuck in the middle (if even that) at the moment, with it arguably about what the front office can do to take the team to a higher level with the next iteration.
Shaquille O'Neal shares insights from his Lakers days on how Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green can coexist in Golden State.