Heat News: Jimmy Butler Decides Miami Future, as 26-Year-Old Teammate Secures Massive $166 Million Bag

The Miami Heat came in strong in the playoffs, aiming for glory, but injuries got the best of them. Jimmy Butler was injured during the Play-In tournament and he missed the entirety of the playoffs. However, as the shooting guard looks for an extension, the Heat have already compensated his teammate. Bam Adebayo, who’s been a terrific asset of the Heat deserves all the praise for his contribution. Having played in Miami ever since Adebayo has stamped his name as a Heat in the history books.

According to Shams Charania, the Heat are willing to offer a three-year maximum extension worth $166 million to their center. This contract will keep him through the 2028-29 season. Whereas for Butler, he won’t be looking elsewhere despite not being offered an extension this year. “From what I understand Jimmy Butler plans to be back with Miami Heat next year. And even if there is no extension, he’s going to focus on next season, he’s got a player option in the summer of 2025 next year. There’s teams that have definitely said ‘Hey are you looking to get out?’. And I think he said, ‘I’m solid in Miami’… I think Jimmy Butler is gonna be with the Heat this season.“, said Brian Windhorst.

Butler’s leadership has been visible, with the 2023 playoff run being the biggest example. The Heat have been decent in the regular season and one of the most dominant squads in the postseason. Once healthy, Butler and the Heat can make it out of the East next year.