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Jimmy Butler reiterates to Heat that he wants to be traded

Tue Jan 14 5:58pm ET
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Jimmy Butler's seven-game suspension for detrimental conduct has one game remaining, and Butler still hopes his time in Miami will soon come to an end.

Butler reiterated his trade request to Heat president Pat Riley last week during a face-to-face meeting, ESPN reported Tuesday.

Miami officials are slated to meet to determine how to handle the situation. With no trade pending, it is possible Butler will be restored to the active roster.

The Heat suspended Butler on Jan. 3, partly saying "through his actions and statements, he has shown he no longer wants to be part of this team."


Butler, who is making $48.8 million this season, can become a free agent after the season and has informed Miami officials that he won't sign a new contract with the team.

The six-time All-Star holds a $52.4 million player option for next season but isn't expected to exercise it unless it helps a trade to go through.

Butler, 35, reportedly will lose $2.35 million during his suspension. The National Basketball Players Association has filed a grievance.

This season, Butler is averaging 17.6 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.7 assists in 22 games while shooting a career-high 55.2 percent from the field.

Miami completes a six-game road trip Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The tension that was permeating through the team has evaporated with Butler not around the squad.

"This is what we wanted, just to get back on the road, get away from all the chaos," Heat guard Tyler Herro told reporters after Saturday night's win over the Portland Trail Blazers. "Rallying around each other, making it about the guys that are here now. We got enough."

Player Notes
Lonzo Ball Tue Jan 14 6:40pm

Chicago Bulls point guard Lonzo Ball is scheduled to be rested on Wednesday versus Atlanta. The team begins a back-to-back set on Tuesday against New Orleans, and Ball hasn't been cleared to play on consecutive nights. Ball tied a season-high with 26 minutes in the last game against Sacramento, so he's starting to get close to a normal workload, which is great news for fantasy managers. Ball's work versus the Kings included a season-high 15 points and three assists on 5-for-8 three-point shooting. He gets another favorable matchup on Tuesday against a fragile defense.

Kyle Anderson Tue Jan 14 6:30pm

Golden State Warriors forwardKyle Anderson (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with his former team, the Minnesota Timberwolves. Anderson was added to the injury report due to soreness in his left hamstring. The Warriors are hopeful the 31-year-old can suit up as Jonathan Kuminga(ankle) is out andDraymond Green(illness) is listed as questionable. With several players potentially out of action for Wednesday, Anderson could start if he's cleared to play. However, he won't make an impact in fantasy, averaging 5.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 15.2 minutes per contest.

Coby White Tue Jan 14 6:30pm

Chicago Bulls guard Coby White (neck) will hop back into the lineup on Tuesday against New Orleans. He's available following a one-game absence after recovering from a neck strain. White settled for 15 points in his last outing against Washington, but he has been sharp offensively in recent weeks. The 24-year-old has posted 20-plus points in five of his past eight appearances and is shooting close to 48 percent from three-point range in January.

Grayson Allen Tue Jan 14 6:20pm

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) is available for Tuesday's clash against Atlanta. He carried a small question mark when the team initially listed Allen as probable for the game. The 29-year-old sharpshooter was limited to only 13 minutes in the previous game due to a knee issue. Fantasy managers could see significant production from Allen on Tuesday if he logs his usual workload, as the Hawks have the third-worst defensive record in the league and allow a lot of three-point shots.

Gary Trent Jr. Tue Jan 14 6:20pm

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward Gary Trent Jr. (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against Sacramento. He will sit out a second consecutive game due to a hip strain. Trent Jr. was initially regarded as questionable for the matchup, so it's possible he might be ready to return on Wednesday versus Orlando. AJ Green, Ryan Rollins, and Pat Connaughton may receive a larger workload in Trent Jr.'s absence. However, none of them stand out as strong fantasy targets.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Tue Jan 14 6:10pm

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will play in Tuesday's matchup against Sacramento. Antetokounmpo continues to be accompanied by a probable tag, but he has been upgraded to available. The former MVP has recorded 10 straight double-doubles, with the run including a couple of triple-doubles. However, his scoring output has dropped to 26.5 points this month. The Kings are mediocre defensively, which could help Antetokounmpo get back on track scoring-wise.

De'Andre Hunter Tue Jan 14 6:00pm

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (foot) will not play against Phoenix on Tuesday. He is a late scratch for the contest, as the team had not listed him on the injury report ahead of the game. Hunter has experienced some health issues, so the team may want to play it extra safe with him as Atlanta begins a back-to-back set. With Hunter out of the picture, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Garrison Mathews should be the key performers off the bench on Tuesday. David Roddy might also see additional action.

Ayo Dosunmu Tue Jan 14 6:00pm

According to K.C. Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago, Chicago Bulls guardAyo Dosunmu(calf) won't suit up against the Pelicans on Tuesday. Dosunmu will miss his 10th consecutive contest due to a right calf strain.However, Dosunmu is expected to return against the Hawks on Wednesday. Until then, Lonzo BallandTalen Horton-Tucker will likely continue to see expanded roles even after Dosunmu returns, as he will likely have his minutes restricted.

Ty Jerome Tue Jan 14 5:50pm

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (illness) is not ready to return to the lineup on Tuesday against Indiana. He has been downgraded from doubtful to out. Jerome's next chance to return will come on Thursday against his former team, the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Jerome unavailable, around 18 minutes are available to be shared among the rest of the group. Both Caris LeVert and Max Strus logged over 20 minutes off the bench in Sunday's encounter with the Pacers. However, they had poor outings, combining for only five points.

Caleb Martin Tue Jan 14 5:40pm

Philadelphia 76ers forward Caleb Martin (groin) has been ruled out for Tuesday's meeting with Oklahoma City. He will miss a second straight game due to a sore right groin. Martin's absence should result in another start for Eric Gordon. The veteran sniper has averaged 10.3 points and 2.3 rebounds across three prior starts this season. Gordon's fantasy value depends heavily on his ability to knock down shots from outside, and he's done so at a good clip recently, going 9-for-14 across the last three games.

Draymond Green Tue Jan 14 5:40pm

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Green could miss his third consecutive contest due to an illness. He has played in 33 of 39 Warriors games so far this regular season. If the 34-year-old remains out of the lineup, and with Kyle Anderson (hamstring) also questionable, Trayce Jackson-Davis(thumb) andLindy Waters will likely continue to see extra playing time.

Paul George Tue Jan 14 5:40pm

Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City. The 76ers will be down to bare bones for the clash, with Kelly Oubre Jr. being the only available regular starter. George was initially regarded as probable, so he doesn't appear to be dealing with a serious injury. He might hop back into the lineup when Philadelphia caps off a back-to-back by hosting the Knicks on Wednesday. On Tuesday, Oubre Jr. will lead the team alongside Eric Gordon and Reggie Jackson. Ricky Council IV and Guerschon Yabusele will join them in the starting lineup.

Tyrese Maxey Tue Jan 14 5:30pm

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey (hand) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against Oklahoma City. After being a late addition to the injury report, Maxey failed to shake off a hand sprain before the action. With no Kyle Lowry (hip) either for the 76ers, Reggie Jackson should get as many minutes as he can handle at point guard, with Jeff Dowtin Jr. and Eric Gordon potentially also benefiting from Maxey's absence.

Trae Young Tue Jan 14 5:20pm

Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young (illness) will play against Phoenix on Tuesday. He has been upgraded from questionable to available. This should be a big boost for the Hawks, who remain without Jalen Johnson (shoulder). Young is a walking double-double and recently had his third 20-20 game of the season. However, the Suns found a way to slow down Young last week when he finished a 123-115 loss with 21 points and seven assists.

Karl-Anthony Towns Tue Jan 14 5:20pm

New York Knicks centerKarl-Anthony Towns(knee) has drawn a questionable status for Wednesday's matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. Towns sprained his right thumb during Monday's loss to the Pistons. Despite dealing with the injury, the 29-year-old stayed in the contest, posting 26 points, 12 rebounds, three assists, and one steal during 43 minutes. Precious AchiuwaandAriel Hukporticould see plenty of action, especially with Jericho Sims(back) also listed as questionable versus the 76ers.

Bogdan Bogdanovic Tue Jan 14 5:20pm

Atlanta Hawks guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) will suit up for Tuesday's contest against Phoenix. He was initially iffy for the game after the team listed him as questionable on the injury report. Bogdanovic's last appearance was also against the Suns, and he had one of his best performances of the season, scoring 17 points with 3-for-6 shooting from deep. With Jalen Johnson (shoulder) sidelined, Atlanta currently needs a bit extra from Bogdanovic offensively.

Jalen Brunson Tue Jan 14 5:10pm

New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (shoulder) is expected to play on Wednesday versus the 76ers. Brunson injured his shoulder during Sunday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks. But it didn't stop him from finishing the day with 44 points. The 28-year-old was also probable heading into Monday's loss to Detroit. However, he was on the floor, which will likely be the case on Wednesday night. With that in mind, Cameron Payne and Miles McBride would be in line for more minutes if Brunson suffers a setback and is ruled out.

Tyrese Haliburton Tue Jan 14 4:50pm

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (groin) won't play on Tuesday versus the Cavs. Head coach Rick Carlisle clarified Halliburton's ailment, reporting he's been bothered by a groin issue as opposed to a hamstring injury. For now, the 24-year-old is considered day-to-day. Haliburton is having a down year compared to last, averaging 18.1 points, 8.8 assists, and 3.6 rebounds with 1.3 steals. But he's at least stayed healthy, with Tuesday night marking his first absence of the 2024-25 campaign. Ben Sheppard will get the start against Cleveland. However, T.J. McConnell, Pascal Siakam, and Bennedict Mathurin should benefit the most from Halliburton's absence.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Tue Jan 14 4:50pm

According to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel,Orlando Magic guard/forwardKentavious Caldwell-Pope(knee) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. Caldwell-Pope sat out Sunday's game with Philadelphia due to a strained left knee. However, the 31-year-old did practice on Tuesday, potentially meaning he could be good to go versus the Bucks on Wednesday. If Caldwell-Pope is unavailable, the spotlight will be on Caleb Houstan, who will likely start. As a starter, Houstan has been averaging 6.8 points, 1.6 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 2.0 in 24.8 minutes during five contests in the 2024-2025 campaign.

Immanuel Quickley Tue Jan 14 4:30pm

Toronto Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley (hip) will miss Wednesday's game against the Celtics. The former Knick has been banged up all year, missing time because of a pelvic contusion and an elbow injury. But now a hip strain will keep him off the floor for a second-straight contest. Without Quickley, Davion Mitchell will likely remain in the starting lineup. However, Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Ochai Agbaji should benefit the most from Quickley's absence.


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