Jimmy Butler’s tumultuous tenure with the Miami Heat has taken another dramatic turn. As reported, the team has suspended Butler for two more games, bringing his total missed games due to suspension to nine this season.
This latest suspension stems from Butler missing the team flight to Milwaukee on Wednesday, a decision that follows a previous seven-game suspension for “conduct detrimental to the team.”
A Tweet read,
“The Miami Heat suspended Butler for two more games Wednesday. This would bring his total to 9 games missed due to suspension. “
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Background on Jimmy Butler’s Suspensions
Butler’s troubles with the Heat began earlier this month when he was initially suspended for seven games due to “conduct detrimental to the team.” This suspension was a result of Butler expressing his desire to be traded and his dissatisfaction with the team. Butler returned to the court last week after serving his suspension, but his issues with the team persisted.
Latest Suspension and Its Impact
The latest suspension comes after Butler missed the team’s flight to Milwaukee, which was scheduled for Wednesday. The Heat decided to keep Butler in Florida and have him stay away from the upcoming two-game road trip to Milwaukee and Brooklyn. This decision was made to address Butler’s continued pattern of disregard for team rules and insubordinate conduct.
Jimmy Butler’s Performance and Trade Rumors
Despite his on-court talent, Butler’s off-court behavior has been a source of tension within the team. He has been averaging 17.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.8 assists this season, but his presence has reportedly caused more harm than good in the locker room. The Heat are actively seeking a trade for Butler, with the Phoenix Suns emerging as a potential destination.
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