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Kendrick Perkins believes that the Suns are pursuing Jimmy Butler, so they can please and extend Kevin Durant.
Charles Barkley called Bradley Beal rightfully petty, criticized Devin Booker's leadership and spoke more on the Suns' trade interest in Jimmy Butler.
Miami is being patient while Butler is suspended, knowing that other teams will start to get desperate near the trade deadline.
The Suns (15-18) could acquire him despite being over the second tax apron by sending Beal to Miami in exchange for Butler and a veteran minimum player like say Josh Richardson. The Suns have a roster spot open and could throw in their 2031 first-round pick to sweeten the deal. However, Beal has a no-trade clause in his contract.
As the Jimmy Butler saga proceeds, one potential trade partner would reportedly be willing to give him a new deal. NBA insider Marc Stein reported Sunday
The Phoenix Suns have reportedly positioned themselves to make a significant move for Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, with Kendrick Perkins claiming the team is ready to offer Butler a two-year, $121 million contract extension.
The Suns would need to find a trade offer that suits the Heat and it is likely that Bradley Beal would have to leave Phoenix as part of any deal involving Butler. The issue is, Miami do not seem to be interested in the 31-year-old.
Jimmy Butler had been a loyal servant for the Miami Heat however he publicly requested a trade after a slow start to the
With the NBA trade deadline less than a month away, here are the latest rumors surrounding the biggest names who could be on the move.
At 35 years old, Butler is averaging 17.6 points on a career-best 55.2% shooting from the floor along with 1.2 steals. The six-time All-Star and five-time All-Defensive Team selection would be sent to a third team in the deal, but the waters remain murky regarding his destination.