While there have been rumors that the Miami Heat want to trade star forward Jimmy Butler, head coach Erik Spoelstra made his stance clear that he wants

Despite not playing on Christmas Day, the Miami Heat were among the hottest topics. An ESPN report surfaced before the first game of Butler preferring a trade before the deadline than waiting until the offseason.

Rumors of Butler's desire to leave continue to circulate. He long ago established his value to a contender in South Florida.