Jimmy Butler wants to get paid. And when stars like Jimmy start to feel underappreciated, that’s when they develop a wandering eye. Right now, people around the league say the Miami Heat aren’t ready to pony up the kind of extension Butler’s camp desires. Butler is 35 years old, makes $48.8 million and has an option worth $52.4 million for next season that he reportedly will decline in favor of seeking a long-term contract. Something the Heat likely won’t give.
So, what happens next? Classic NBA drama: Jimmy starts looking around for a team that’ll not only pay him but also give him a real shot at that elusive ring.