The Houston Rockets have been involved in trade rumors with Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler for some time now. Butler did not sign an extension with the Heat this past offseason, and could turn down a $52.4 million player option for the 2025-26 to enter free agency next summer.
The reasoning for this would be securing a long-term contract. The 35-year-old forward would likely sign his last contract, but there’s also speculation that the Heat could trade Butler if they know he won’t stay.
Because, of this, the Rockets emerged as one of the top teams in play for Butler’s services. This was back in September, but after rumors died down with the start of the NBA season, NBA Insider Marc Stein recently reported Houston to be a potential trade suitor for Butler…