Jimmy Butler, Suns and Stephen A. Smith

Stephen A. Smith advocates for Suns Jimmy Butler trade with 'soft' criticism
Recently, Stephen A. Smith took to ESPN to give a harsh criticism of Phoenix, as well as some friendly advice on why he thinks they should pursue Jimmy Butler via trade.
Jimmy Butler suspended as Miami open to trade; Stephen A. Smith sees a fit with Suns
Even before Jimmy Butler's suspension, Stephen A. Smith believed that Bradley Beal should be open to a trade to the Miami Heat from the Phoenix Suns.
Will Jimmy Butler be traded this season?
Stephen A Smith, Brian Windhorst and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo explain all factors in play with Jimmy Butler set to leave the Miami Heat.
Suns' Bradley Beal Hasn't Discussed Waiving No-Trade Clause amid Jimmy Butler Rumors
As the Phoenix Suns explore ways to make a deal for Jimmy Butler, there has been no thought on Bradley Beal's part thus far about helping them facilitate
Are the Suns trying to alienate Bradley Beal so he will waive his no-trade clause?
The Phoenix Suns moved Bradley Beal to the bench on Monday night in an effort to shake up what has been a disappointing season under first-year coach Mike Budenholzer. It worked, at least for one night,
Bradley Beal's Trade Rumors: Phoenix Suns to Miami Heat?
The Phoenix Suns bench Bradley Beal, sparking trade rumors to the Miami Heat, who seem uninterested. Will Jimmy Butler be a part of a deal Bradley with Beal?
Should the Phoenix Suns land Jimmy Butler in a deal involving Bradley Beal or stand pat?
A day after Charles Barkley said the Phoenix Suns “stink,” ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith called them “soft” based on what the “NBA people” are saying as he put it. A team with Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal that went into the season with championship aspirations shouldn’t have a losing record and be 12 th in the West even with a number of injuries.
Jimmy Butler hoping to be traded to Phoenix?
Word has permeated the league that Jimmy Butler hopes to be traded to Phoenix. This is no exaggeration: Every high-ranking team official contacted by The Stein Line for this story shared their
Bradley Beal’s agent breaks silence on no-trade clause amid Suns’ Jimmy Butler rumors
The Phoenix Suns are falling apart, and with the team struggling, trade rumors are heating up. One guy who has been at the center of it all is Bradley Beal, and with the team being linked to disgruntled Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler amid Beal’s transition to the Suns bench,
Will benching Bradley Beal fix Suns or is it setting up a Jimmy Butler trade?
In the middle of losing 7 of 8 games, Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer benched star Bradley Beal and center Jusuf Nurkic. Both players are struggling, and their numbers are way down this season. This isn’t a day-to-day move — it’s permanent.
Stephen A.: Jimmy Butler suspension doesn't 'look good' for Heat
Stephen A. Smith explains how the disconnect between Jimmy Butler and the Heat could impact Miami's ability to attract star ...
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Stephen A. Smith Says 1 NBA Team Is 'Soft'
Stephen A. Smith is never afraid of stating his opinion, no matter who it upsets. Right now he is very opinionated about his ...
Kendrick Perkins claims Suns Jimmy Butler pursuit is to make Kevin Durant happy
Kendrick Perkins believes that the Suns are pursuing Jimmy Butler, so they can please and extend Kevin Durant.
Jimmy Butler Expected to Rejoin Heat Amid Stagnant Trade Talks
The Miami Heat suspended star wing Jimmy Butler for conduct detrimental to the team after he publicly voiced his desire to be ...
Additional clarity offered on Butler’s suspension; Riley on players, ‘render unto the Heat’
On the day an interview with Miami Heat President Pat Riley dropped regarding dealing with player empowerment, further ...
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Heat’s Pat Riley, Jimmy Butler Headed For What Appears To Be Inevitable Conclusion
In the latest chapter of the Miami Heat’s ongoing saga, Pat Riley and Jimmy Butler have reached the breaking point of their ...
NBA Analyst Speaks On Jimmy Butler Quietly Quitting On The Miami Heat
Jimmy Butler has a history of being a distraction or a detriment to a team when he doesn't get what he wants. As NBA analyst ...