Depending on how you process any recent Heat news, that latter point feels correct, given some of Butler’s relationships with players on Miami’s roster. That is especially true of younger contributors who have grown to see Butler as a mentor no matter his team-related drama or level of candor.

Jimmy Butler's teammates on the Miami Heat reportedly feel "disrespected" by the six-time All-Star amid his standoff with the franchise, according to

Heat star Jimmy Butler attends a San Diego State-Wyoming basketball game while serving his suspension from the team