Jimmy Butler has been the heart and soul of the Miami Heat since the 76ers traded him in a four-team deal in 2019, leading the team to multiple deep playoff runs and embracing the franchise’s tough, no-nonsense culture.

“The Grizzlies, for example, have held exploratory talks with Miami about Butler, but those interactions haven't gone far,” The Athletic reports. “According to league sources, the Heat asked about Memphis' young players, which the Grizzlies rebuffed.”

The New Orleans Pelicans approached the Miami Heat this week about a potential trade involving Butler and forward Brandon Ingram, The