3 days ago · Stephen A. Smith says maybe the culture in the Miami Heat organization isn't as great as it seems after Jimmy Butler's indefinite suspension.

2 days ago · "Erik Spoelstra is considered an extension, there I say, the figurative umbilical cord to Pat Riley," said Smith. "Everybody knows that about him. To tell Jimmy Butler that, in front of the team in a huddle, they know better than that. So that's Pat Riley, giving a directive, Erik Spoelstra following it, and as a result, to provoke Jimmy Butler."

2 days ago · Butler is now serving an ‘indefinite’ team-imposed suspension after walking out of practice. Speaking on January 28 to First Take, analyst Stephen A. Smith slammed the Heat for provoking Butler.. While admitting Butler has not handled himself well, Smith questioned the Heat telling Butler in front of his teammates that he would be removed from the starting line-up.

Jan 23, 2025 · There are a few teams that have shown interest in entering the Jimmy Butler sweepstakes. The problem for many teams is that he’s in the last year of his contract. Teams will need to receive confirmation that Butler will re-sign before agreeing to a trade. However, the only team that Butler seems interested in going to is the Phoenix Suns.

Jan 23, 2025 · On today's episode of "First Take", Stephen A. Smith spoke about the Jimmy Butler situation with co-host Molly Qerim and NBA Insider Shams Charania. Smith expressed his disdain for Butler's...

Jan 23, 2025 · The next day, Stephen A. Smith had a lot to say about Butler and how he's handling this current situation, and he didn't hold back. “Jimmy Butler, if you are watching, you are not helping ...

Jan 23, 2025 · Stephen A. Smith calls out Jimmy Butler for what he feels is unprofessional behavior from the NBA superstar in the middle of a trade dispute with the Miami Heat.

Jan 3, 2025 · 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.

Stephen A. Smith explains how the disconnect between Jimmy Butler and the Heat could impact Miami's ability to attract star players moving forward.

Jan 6, 2025 · In the wake of the drama that surrounds Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat, Stephen A. Smith is convinced that the embattled star has the right to be upset about his current situation within the franchise.