Jimmy Butler's recent move is nothing short of gunpowder: The guy turned down what the Heat considered a "humiliating" contract extension. You say, a star like him, giving such an unpopular contract, isn't it clear that he doesn't take people seriously! How can Brother Butler bear it? So he yelled directly at the team's boss Pat Riley in training: "Don't treat me as a second Wade, I, Butler, am not easy to bully!" This scene can definitely become the highlight moment of the movie within the Heat.
First, let's understand the background. Although Butler's current contract has not expired, considering the future, he and the Heat sat down early to talk about a contract extension. However, the Heat only offered a two-year, $42 million contract because of his frequent injuries in the last two years. We all know that this is a pediatric thing for an All-Star player. Butler sensed this was disrespectful to him, and became furious and yelled at Riley.
Butler's reaction was not unfounded. Thinking about the Heat's treatment of Wade in the past, Butler certainly doesn't want to follow in his own footsteps. Wade did his best, and as a result, he was always given a cold reception on the contract. No, Butler is putting this matter directly on the table now, and he doesn't want to be the next "victim".
But Butler's vision is no longer limited to Miami. He's now targeting the Golden State Warriors, a place he thinks can better pursue a championship. Think about it, a team with a super shooter like Curry, if you add a top small forward, it is simply an invincible configuration! Moreover, the management of the Warriors has always been generous, you can see their attitude towards Klay Thompson, Klay is injured or does not hesitate to give a contract with a maximum salary. This kind of atmosphere, Butler is naturally moved to see it.
As soon as this incident came out, not only the smell of gunpowder between Butler and the Heat, but the entire NBA had to reassess the competitiveness of the Warriors. If Butler does join the Warriors, the Warriors' frontcourt attack will be even better, and they will be a huge threat to any opponent.
As for the "romance" between Butler and the Heat, it seems that it is becoming more and more difficult to maintain now. If the Heat still want to keep Butler, they may have to reconsider their strategy and at least give Butler a satisfactory answer in terms of respect and treatment. Otherwise, this hot small forward may really wear the Warriors' jersey next season.
In short, Butler's action is definitely a big drama on the big stage of the NBA. Fans will have to wait and see what the future holds for the star player. In any case, this scene proves once again that the NBA is not only a competition on the court, but also a wonderful game off the court.