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Grading the Jimmy Butler trade: Did Warriors or Heat win multi-team deal?

In yet another major blockbuster trade prior to Thursday's 3 p.m. ET NBA trade deadline, the Golden State Warriors have reportedly acquired Miami Heat swingman Jimmy Butler, who's been a hot topic over the last month.

Butler, 35, is a clear sign of the Warriors maintaining a win-now approach, as they wish to get the most out of the final years of both Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.

The deal, as reported via ESPN's Shams Charania, has Butler landing in Golden State, with the Warriors sending out Andrew Wiggins, Lindy Waters, Dennis Schröder, Kyle Anderson and a protected first-round pick.