Ever since Denver’s interest in Zach LaVine became a talking point, Jamal Murray has provided a firm reminder that he already operates in that role for the Nuggets, averaging 21 points and six

Following a horrible start to the season, the Bucks have finally caught stride. The post Bucks GM Changes Stance on Khris Middleton as Leaked Conversation Reveals Jimmy Butler & Zach LaVine Trade Clarity appeared first on EssentiallySports.

What should we expect from Jimmy Butler rejoining the Heat this week? And why Oklahoma City should be feeling thankful.

The Phoenix Suns appear all-in on acquiring disgruntled Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler, but if they are unable to agree terms, they could turn to another talent in Zach LaVine.

PHOENIX -- With their well-known interest in Jimmy Butler, the Phoenix Suns could reportedly pursue another Eastern Conference star ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline. NBA insider Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported Friday that the Suns could develop interest in Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine:

Athlon Sports’ Mark Medina analyzes the trade market for Jimmy Butler, Bradley Beal, Zach LaVine, Brandon Ingram and Cam Johnson.

It's widely assumed the Miami Heat are unwilling to take back Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal in a trade involving Jimmy Butler. This is why almost every propos

For the majority of this season, the main player the Phoenix Suns have been linked to is Jimmy Butler. That said, one insider linked another former All-Star they could pivot to depending on how things unfold.

These five players could be re-routed ahead of the NBA's Feb. 6 trade deadline and profile as potentially meaningful contributors to a title run.

But the team has been "fun-bad," thanks to solid play from two-time All-Star small forward/shooting guard LaVine, two-time All-Star center Nikola Vucevic, and guards Coby White, Ayo Dosunmu and Giddey. In the mediocre East, the Bulls are good enough to have at least a shot at the postseason.

With Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler reportedly tripling down on his trade request from the team, NBA analysts Bill Simmons and Kevin O'Connor proposed a five-team blockbuster trade.