Golden State has rotation players on expiring contracts, which Miami is reported to covet in any Butler trade, in Gary Payton II, Dennis Schroder and Kevon Looney. The Warriors also have their own first-round picks each year through 2031, though they will likely strive to protect those in any short-term deal.

The Warriors missed out on Zach LaVine, but still have bigger fish in mind. That could include a possible reunion with Kevin Durant.

When Jimmy Butler first requested a trade from the Heat, he was "open to playing anywhere other than Miami," but he's since indicated that there are a