Butler to Warriors, will sign USD121-million extension, say sources
Jimmy Butler is headed to the Warriors, according to sources on Wednesday, as he agreed to sign a USD 121-million extension with Golden State.
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BUTLER TO WARRIORS IN FOUR-TEAM TRADE WITH PISTONS; DUBS LOSE WIGGINS, SCHRODER
Butler to Warriors became closer to become a reality on Wednesday.
Furthermore, this happened after multiple reports cited ESPN’s Shams Charania in saying that the trade is being finalized.
Moreover, the disgruntled All-Star forward leaves the Heat in exchange for Andrew Wiggins, Dennis Schroder, Kyle Anderson, and a protected first-round pick.
Detroit became the third team in the deal.
Warriors guard Lindy Waters III and Miami’s Josh Richardson headed to the Pistons.
The Utah Jazz receive Schroder, while the Heat now has Wiggins, Anderson, PJ Tucker, and an unprotected first round pick.
Golden State decided to pull the trigger ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline.
This, after Butler agreed to a fresh two-year extension worth USD121 million with the Warriors, sources said.
DUBS PULLS TRIGGER AFTER DURANT NIXED REUNION WITH WARRIORS
Moreover, the Dubs pulled the trigger after Kevin Durant nixed a possible reunion with the Warriors.
Furthermore, Golden State inquired about Durant.
However, the All-Star forward rejected the idea and chose to stay with the Phoenix Suns.
Additionally, the Dubs are taking a risk by settling for an older core of Stephen Curry, Butler, and Draymond Green.
Golden State lost some youth in Wiggins and Schroder – also a mid-season acquisition from Brookly, as well as offseason pickup Anderson.
The Dubs (25-24) will now make a late push for a playoff berth with their new Big Three who are all at least 34 yeas old.
HEAT FINALLY MOVE ON FROM TUMULTUOUS OFF-COURT DRAMA FROM ‘JIMMY BUCKETS’
Furthermore, the trade finally freed the Heat from their off-court drama with the player also known as “Jimmy Buckets.”
Moreover, Butler was suspended by Miami thrice this season, as the forward said he no longer found “joy” to play basketball in South Florida.
The forward hasn’t played for Miami since January 21.
He was suspended on January 27 for storming out of team practice.
Butler learned at the time that he will come off the bench for Haywood Highsmith, who will now share the spot with Wiggins and Anderson.
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