Jimmy Butler is reportedly lobbying behind the scenes for P.J. Tucker to re-sign with the Miami Heat when the free-agency period begins.
Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reported Wednesday that the Heat haven't "given up hope" Tucker will return on a three-year, $27 million deal. Miami has reportedly balked at the idea of using its full mid-level exception—which would be around $33 million over three years—on Tucker.
The Philadelphia 76ers have been oft mentioned as the top potential suitor for Tucker and are expected to tender their full mid-level.
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