Warriors are anticipated to pursue a blockbuster trade for a six-time all-star player.

Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat is rumored to be interested in a trade with the Golden State Warriors. One significant disclaimer is that it’s not certain if the Heat will consider trade proposals for the six-time All-Star. Anthony Slater of The Athletic reports that if Butler becomes available, the Warriors will probably be interested in signing him. But the same cannot be said for forward Brandon Ingram of the New Orleans Pelicans, who has also been linked to trade rumors in the NBA.

In an article published on May 30, 2024, titled “Klay Thompson’s market, Warriors coaching staff changes, and other free agents to watch,” Slater provided specifics about the choices that the Warriors had explored on their podcast for the offseason preview. Two brief points to consider: I don’t think the Warriors will express interest in Brandon Ingram if he decides to enter the trade market. I think the Warriors will at least be mentioned in passing if the Heat trade for Jimmy Butler.

Heat Speculation: Is Miami Considering Trading Jimmy Butler?

Butler’s future is still uncertain, and Heat president Pat Riley seemed to fan the flames by criticizing the superstar following Miami’s elimination. Riley talked about everything from Butler’s availability to the star’s disparaging remarks while on the sidelines, as well as the contract extension—or lack thereof. It’s possible that Butler has two seasons left on his $146.3 million, three-year contract. After the 2024–2025 season, the superstar will have a player option.

This would provide Butler the option to become a free agent in 2025 if it were exercised. Butler will have a substantial 2024–2025 cap hit of $48.7 million. Rumors Regarding Warriors: A “Realistic Chance” Golden State is energized by Klay Thompson in NBA Free Agency.

The ambiguous future of Klay Thompson serves as the background for this conversation. Could the Warriors move quickly to try to sign a veteran or another star player to replace Thompson if he walks in free agency? Butler is one such player. Thompson has a “realistic chance” of playing somewhere else the next season, according to Slater.

This weekend marks the official start of June. The Golden State Warriors are in the last month of Klay Thompson’s current contract, and Slater pointed out that there’s a good probability he’s nearing the end of his 13-year tenure with the team. “League sources stated that as the decision about his future draws closer, neither side has made any noteworthy progress toward a resolution.

The Warriors haven’t exactly been pounding on his door to figure out the terms of an extension, which he can sign whenever he wants. For his part, the 34-year-old Thompson seems prepared to explore outside possibilities and test the waters of free agency for the first time in his career. Warriors rumors: Golden State might try to acquire Heat star Jimmy Butler in a blockbuster NBA trade.

This season, Butler shot 41.4% from long range and averaged 20.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5 assists, and 1.3 steals a game. Butler’s availability is the most important factor to consider because he played in just 60 games in 2023–2024. Butler hasn’t participated in 65 or more games during the previous five seasons.

Butler would love to stay in Miami for the foreseeable future, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The decision over how to manage Butler’s future may rest with Miami. The Warriors might try to assemble a new lineup with Butler, Draymond Green, and Steph Curry if the door opens. In a May 7 episode of “Run It Back,” Charania stated, “[Jimmy Butler] has always made it clear he wants to be in Miami long term; it’s going to be about will they be able to pay him what he wants.”