Jimmy Butler's tenure with the Miami Heat has officially come to an end. In a massive five- team trade finalized on Wednesday, the veteran forward was sent to the Golden State Warriors, as reported by NBA insider Shams Charania. The news of Butler’s trade broke while the Heat were playing against the Philadelphia 76ers. Surprisingly, Miami’s bench players didn’t hear it from the media first—they heard it from a fan sitting just behind them.
"You got Kyle Anderson, Dennis Schroder, and Andrew Wiggins," the fan told Heat players Kevin Love, Tyler Herro, and Jaime Jaquez Jr., who were paying close attention from the bench.
"Anything else? Any draft capital?" Love asked in response, fully engaged in the unexpected update.
The fan then informed Love that Miami had also acquired a protected firstround pick, even adding his own opinion on the deal: "You robbed the Warriors."
Butler Signs Extension with Warriors
According to Charania’s sources, Butler has also signed an extension with Golden State, a crucial step that had previously stalled the trade negotiations. The 35yearold inked a twoyear, $121 million contract, keeping him with the Warriors through the 202627 season. As part of the deal, Butler also declined his player option for the 202526 season.
Fallout with the Heat Led to Departure
Relations between Butler and the Heat had deteriorated in recent weeks, culminating in the franchise suspending him indefinitely. With tensions rising, Butler was determined to find a way out, and the two sides finally reached an agreement that suited both parties.
The trade provides Miami with a strong return package consisting of key starters and role players, while Butler joins forces with Stephen Curry in hopes of leading the Warriors to another championship.
Full Breakdown of the FiveTeam Trade
Initially, details of the trade remained fluid due to the involvement of multiple teams. Once finalized, the full transaction looked like this:
Golden State Warriors received Jimmy Butler.
Miami Heat acquired Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson, Dennis Schroder, and a protected firstround pick.
Detroit Pistons landed Lindy Waters III from Golden State and Josh Richardson from Miami.
Utah Jazz took Dennis Schroder, who was then rerouted.
P.J. Tucker moved from Utah to Miami as part of the deal.
The End of an Era
This trade marks the end of Butler’s rollercoaster stint in Miami and closes the chapter on his strained relationship with the franchise. As the dust settles, his former Heat teammates remain focused on how their team will move forward with its new acquisitions.