NBA insider details 4 reasons why Jimmy Butler and Miami Heat love-affair unraveled, and it’s not contract-related

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The Miami Heat and team great Jimmy Butler are heading to a divorce at some point this year. The future Hall-of-Famer was recently suspended by the organization after he did little to hide his unhappiness in South Beach and desire to play elsewhere this year.

For months, rumors have pointed to the 35-year-old’s desire for a new max extension as the main reason why the relationship between him and the team has soured. Yet, despite Miami having no interest in giving him a new multi-year deal, many thought they would be civil and finish out the season together.

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However, a new report from NBA insider Jake Fischer details four reasons the relationship has fallen apart beyond just a divide on his next contract.

Jimmy Butler started to frustrate teammates with ‘headstrong’ decisions

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Butler started skipping Miami Heat morning shootarounds

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Butler no longer wanted to travel with Miami teammates

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Heat’s decision to move on from 3 key players annoyed Butler

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How will the Jimmy Butler-Miami Heat saga end?

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