Butler was said to be “caught off guard” by the comments according to Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald. There have been many events that have led to the fractured relationship between Butler and the Heat with the one mentioned by Haynes being when the team questioned the effort level.

Chris Haynes reports that Jimmy Butler will return to play for the Heat again if he is not traded 👀 "l'm told [Butler] is fully prepared to return to play for the Miami Heat if he is not moved by the time his suspension is lifted.” (via @LeBatardShow) pic.twitter.com/yPPISUPR4r

The odyssey of the drama between the Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler amplifies every day as there is new reporting from NBA insider Chris Haynes. The Heat suspended Butler for seven games due to “conduct detrimental to the team,” but Haynes reports that there could be a distinction change that could impact the star.

Jimmy Butler is seeking a trade from the Miami Heat, but he is apparently only willing to play for certain teams. NBA reporter Chris Haynes said on Tuesday that Butler’s camp has informed some rival teams to not attempt to trade for the six-time All-Star.

Jimmy Butler is pulling his best Goldilocks impression after indicating he wants out of Miami, reportedly nixing some potential destinations off his list. The Grizzlies and several other teams have been told Butler has “no interest” in being acquired by them, according to veteran NBA reporter Chris Haynes.