Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images The old Jimmy Buckets antics are on full display in South Beach Jimmy Butler has been suspended for seven games. He spoke out against the way the team was utilizing him in a recent post game press conference. He also alluded that he desires to be traded, a move he has made when dissatisfied with a prior franchise. President of Miami Heat’s Pat Riley, who normally does not address rumors, initially said the team was not looking to trade Butler. “We usually don’t comment on rumors, but all this speculation has become a distraction to the team and is not fair to the players and coaches. Therefore, we will make it clear — we are not trading Jimmy Butler.” The Heat consequently released this statement on Friday evening: “We have suspended Jimmy Butler for seven games for multiple instances of conduct detrimental to the team over the course of the season and particularly the last several weeks. Through his actions and statements, he has shown he no longer wants to be part of this team.” Butler could lose an estimated $336,543 per game during the suspension, or roughly $2,355,798. The National Basketball Players Association stated they intend to file a grievance, calling the seven-game suspension “excessive and inappropriate.” In the meantime, the Miami Heat have changed their stance and are looking to unload the six time All-Star. Butler is in the second year of a three-year $146,396,031 contract, which may limit the market for his talent. In 2018, Butler vied for a trade out of Minnesota. While the situation and tactics are similar, his age and ability to fit in with a team are not. While the San Antonio Spurs should not show any interest in acquiring Butler, there are some teams who could benefit from his talent. If Jimmy is willing to take a lesser role on a team with a deep playoff run, he could make an impact. But if he is unwilling to play off the bench for Miami, another franchise might not want to take the risk. More likely, Butler’s basketball IQ and leadership could benefit a young squad. But then again, that was what he was originally brought to South Beach to do. He and the Heat got to the NBA Finals twice, but came up short against the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2020 Orlando bubble and once again in 2023 against the Denver Nuggets. At 35, he’s unlikely to match the success he’s had in Miami with another team. Stay in Miami, head to a contender off the bench, or lead a young, hungry team. Which of these is the most likely and which on is the best fit? Any chance they are on and the same? Welcome to The Thread. Join in the conversation, start your own discussion, and share your thoughts. This is the Spurs community, your Spurs community. Thanks for being here. Our community guidelines apply which should remind everyone to be cool, avoid personal attacks, do not troll and watch the language.