The Celtics are well on their way to winning another championship under Joe Mazzulla, making it logical for the franchise to do everything they can to retain their key assets. It would be in the Heat’s best interest to swap Butler for an alternative stud before the Feb. 6 trade deadline.

In the latest development of the ongoing hostilities between Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat, the team is reportedly considering changing the designation of Butler's suspension. According to Chris Haynes,

Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat are in the middle of an ugly divorce, one which could very well end with a trade in the coming weeks. Boston Celtics legend Paul