ClutchPoints Jul 20, 2019
Bam Adebayo says Heat ar ‘kind of more serious’ now with Jimmy Butler
The Miami Heat made one of the biggest offseason moves this summer when they acquired All-Star forward Jimmy Butler in a sign-and-trade that saw them send promising player Josh Richardson to the Philadelphia 76ers. Butler, who is known for his dedication in playing the game of basketball, will once again be in a team that’s […] The post Bam Adebayo says Heat ar ‘kind of more serious’ now with Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 20, 2019
Heat news: Bam Adebayo believes new-look Miami is ‘really good’ on paper
With All-Star small forward Jimmy Butler in the fold, Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo says the team looks really good on paper, which as we all know, means nothing in the NBA. Adebayo has the right mindset going into 2019-20. He knows the Heat have the potential to be a good team, but that it’s […] The post Heat news: Bam Adebayo believes new-look Miami is ‘really good’ on paper appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Rockets’ James Harden says he’s happy to not be part of ‘NBA shuffle’
Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden is happy he’s not part of the “NBA shuffle” which has been taking place in the league. Last season, Jimmy Butler and Anthony Davis requested trades. Butler is now on the Miami Heat after splitting time with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Philadelphia 76ers in 2018-19, while Davis is on […] The post Rockets’ James Harden says he’s happy to not be part of ‘NBA shuffle’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 19, 2019
Sixers’ Tobias Harris says Heat is going to love Jimmy Butler
Tobias Harris and Jimmy Butler share a cup of tea together with the Philadelphia 76ers last season, both coming to The City of Brotherly Love via trade and joining forces just in time to make a run for the best seed in the East. As both players were due for a max-level five-year, $190 million […] The post Sixers’ Tobias Harris says Heat is going to love Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 18, 2019
Jimmy Butler left meeting with Heat knowing he wanted to go there because of their commitment to winning
When Jimmy Butler decided that he wanted to be a part of the Miami Heat, it was a shock to many in the NBA world. Not only did the Heat not really have the means to acquire the star, there were plenty of other teams looking to sign the superstar. Of course, Butler did end […] The post Jimmy Butler left meeting with Heat knowing he wanted to go there because of their commitment to winning appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 18, 2019
Jimmy Butler says Dwyane Wade would always tell him Heat would be a good place for him
There were several factors that played into Jimmy Butler’s decision to join the Miami Heat this offseason. Having the opportunity to play in a competitive environment was important, but the influence of Dwayne Wade may have also played a role. In a recent interview with Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald, Butler noted Wade’s influence: […] The post Jimmy Butler says Dwyane Wade would always tell him Heat would be a good place for him appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 18, 2019
Heat think other stars will want to play with Jimmy Butler
The Miami Heat got the star they had long lusted after in Jimmy Butler after a multi-team sign-and-trade allowed them to give him a max contract after making the necessary moves to clear the way for his arrival. Now after some time to settle, the Heat is hoping Butler will eventually attract other stars to […] The post Heat think other stars will want to play with Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Inquisitr Jul 18, 2019
NBA Rumors: WNBA Legend Says Jimmy Butler’s Decision To Join Heat Was ‘Kind Of A Loser Move’
When Jimmy Butler was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers early in the 2018-19 season, he went from the Minnesota Timberwolves — a team that ultimately went on to miss the playoffs — to a team that made it to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Currently, the Sixers are a team that could also have a chance of fighting for the conference championship in 2019-20, now that former Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard has signed with the Los Angeles Clippers. And with Butler now with the Miami Heat thanks to a four-team sign-and-trade deal that was finalized earlier this month, not everyone is a...
ClutchPoints Jul 12, 2019
Sixers star Tobias Harris excited for bigger role after Jimmy Butler’s departure
With Jimmy Butler gone, Tobias Harris’ usage rate and role in the Sixers’ offense is going to increase, something the talented swingman is looking forward to. The Sixers re-signed Harris to a lucrative five-year, $180 million deal. Joel Embiid is the best player in Philly and Ben Simmons will have the ball in his hands […] The post Sixers star Tobias Harris excited for bigger role after Jimmy Butler’s departure appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 12, 2019
Sixers’ Elton Brand has no regrets about trading for Jimmy Butler, says he would make the deal again
When the Philadelphia 76ers acquired Jimmy Butler and Tobias Harris this past season, the team thought it had solidified the team into a championship contender. After a heartbreaking playoff loss and Jimmy Butler’s departure to the Miami Heat, the Sixers didn’t get a whole out of the short-lived Butler era, but Elton Brand doesn’t regret […] The post Sixers’ Elton Brand has no regrets about trading for Jimmy Butler, says he would make the deal again appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 11, 2019
Report: Oklahoma City will pursue trade with Heat if Chris Paul wants to join Jimmy Butler
Chris Paul, unsurprisingly, may not be with the Oklahoma City Thunder for long. In fact, the future Hall-of-Famer’s next team, at least if he has interest in playing for them, might already be known. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, the Thunder are prepared to engage in trade discussions with the Miami Heat if […] The post Report: Oklahoma City will pursue trade with Heat if Chris Paul wants to join Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 10, 2019
Chris Bosh believes Miami would be a top-three team in the East with Russell Westbrook and Jimmy Butler
Chris Bosh believes the Miami Heat would be a top-three team in the Eastern Conference with Russell Westbrook and Jimmy Butler. The Heat are reportedly interested in acquiring Westbrook from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Miami acquired Butler from the Philadelphia 76ers in a sign-and-trade deal involving combo guard Josh Richardson. Chris Bosh says the Heat […] The post Chris Bosh believes Miami would be a top-three team in the East with Russell Westbrook and Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 8, 2019
Why the Heat should do all they can to pair Russell Westbrook with Jimmy Butler
As the NBA offseason reaches the end stages of player movement, there is still one superstar who could see himself on the move in the near future. After seeing Paul George get traded by the Oklahoma City Thunder, Russell Westbrook could be on his way out of town. That opens up an opportunity for Pat […] The post Why the Heat should do all they can to pair Russell Westbrook with Jimmy Butler appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 8, 2019
Scouts think Jimmy Butler is a ‘perfect’ fit with Heat
Jimmy Butler is expected to be a seamless fit in a Miami Heat team that values the principles of being a professional among any other, often holding players accountable for their playing shape, commitment to the culture, and ultimately their performance on the practice floor and on the court. Scouts around the league have taken […] The post Scouts think Jimmy Butler is a ‘perfect’ fit with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Jul 8, 2019
Jimmy Butler says he’s going to try to reach the bar set by Dwyane Wade with Heat
Jimmy Butler is hoping to set the stage upon his arrival at South Beach, now that the Miami Heat have completed the trade to bring him in on a max contract after parting ways with the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency. The two-way star is hoping to reach the high standard of excellence Dwyane Wade […] The post Jimmy Butler says he’s going to try to reach the bar set by Dwyane Wade with Heat appeared first on ClutchPoints.
