The Brooklyn Nets Are Favorites To Acquire Jimmy Butler From Miami
Bovada has Nets as a +250 favorite to acquire Butler via trade
The Miami Heat hasn’t gotten off to the start they were hoping for. With a current 5-6 record and Tyler Herro being the main guy showing up, trade rumors have began circulating.
For some recent time, Jimmy Butler was a player who was constantly in trade talks. However, it seems to be heating up again. According to online sportsbook Bovada, the Brooklyn Nets are +250 favorites to sign the small forward if the Heat do decide to trade him.
Butler’s impact in Miami will always be appreciated
When Butler signed with the Heat in 2019, he instantly became a fan favorite in Miami. Throughout his first five years with the franchise, Butler averaged 21.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, 5.7 assists, and 1.7 steals. Along with that, he earned two All-Star spots and three All-NBA selections.
With Butler’s help, the Heat made the playoffs every year he was there. The 2023 playoffs was when Butler had arguably his greatest postseason performances, ultimately granting him the nickname “Playoff Jimmy”.
Despite playing through injuries, he averaged 26.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.8 steals. He even recorded a playoff career-high and franchise-record 56 points in Game 4 of the first round against the Milwaukee Bucks. His efforts led the Heat to the Finals where they lost to the Denver Nuggets.
Brooklyn will have to sacrifice if they want Butler
Acquiring Butler might be a risky move for the Nets, who are currently in a rebuilding stage. If the Nets do pull the trigger on Butler, they will likely have to offer a package that includes sharpshooter Cameron Johnson and some draft picks.
Although Butler’s career is now being plagued with injuries, he can still be a valuable piece to Brooklyn. Not only will he be a great veteran for a young Nets team, he also brings the playoff experience that is much-needed.
Sure, this is just another trade speculation but if it plays out, it could benefit all parties involved.
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